Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, dedicated and innovative highly specialist Paediatric Audiologist to join our Team. The Paediatric Audiology Service is based at North Manchester General Hospital, and delivers services across the community of North Manchester.
The post holder will be a passionate clinician, focused on ensuring a strong evidence base to decision making, with highly specialist knowledge and experience in routine and complex paediatric diagnostics and rehabilitation including ABR.
The post holder is expected to be an active leader and a positive role model for the service who will jointly lead the delivery and development of the Paediatric Rehabilitation service in collaboration with current Diagnostic Paediatric Lead and Clinical & Operational Head of Service.
MFT North Audiology are a forward-thinking service, and staff are expected to be flexible and proactive in their approach to providing a first-class service to our child aged population.
The post holder will have a specific requirement to work towards IQIPS accreditation and development of a strong governance structure within the paediatric team which stimulates and leads continuous improvement
Main duties of the job
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Ed and Professional Quals
Essential
- oBSc Audiology /Healthcare Science or BAAT part 1 & 2 or equivalent
- oCertificate of Audiological Competence /Diploma in Clinical Competence in Audiology or equivalent
- oState Registration (AHCS / HCPC)
- ABR Training, Clinical competencies and experience
Desirable
- oMSc in Audiology/Healthcare Science
- Leadership qualification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oExtensive post qualification clinical experience with NHS Audiology/Healthcare Science appropriate to grade
- oExtensive knowledge of paediatric audiological procedures and approaches
- oExtensive experience of programming, fitting and assessing benefit of digital hearing aids
- oExperience of training other staff, medical and non-medical in audiological techniques
- oExtensive experience of undertaking clinics in a variety of settings
- oGood knowledge of NHS and health policy related to children's health and wellbeing
- oGood understanding of children's health services including safeguarding
- oMaintain an up to date knowledge and skills base which reflects paediatric evidence based practice
- oUnderstanding of need for confidentiality
- oUnderstanding of clinical governance and the importance of clinical audit
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Understanding of the IQIPS accreditation process
Desirable
- oComprehensive knowledge of specialist audiological area of Non-organic hearing loss/ advanced testing techniques/Auditory Processing Disorders/Single Sided Deafness/Tinnitus and Hyperacusis/ANSD/Auditory brainstem response testing in babies
- oAudit and Service development experience
SKILLS/ABILITY
Essential
- oSkilled in a wide range of audiological test performed with children, adolescents and learning disabled adults
- oSkilled in using recognised techniques necessary for hearing aid fitting including the taking of real ear measurements
- oEnthusiastic about specialist areas and able to motivate others to learn
- oAbility to analyse complex data, facts and other evidence to identify problems and to propose and implement solutions
- oAbility to use good judgement in a range of situations, including dealing appropriately with angry or distressed individuals
- oAbility to work to deadlines and under pressure
- oAbility to work without supervision and use own initiative
- oHigh level computer and IT skills
- oExcellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- oHardworking and reliable
Desirable
- experience leading in specialist areas
- experience working in the community setting
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- oWilling to travel city wide for work purposes; may include occasional regional/national travel
- oAbility to concentrate intensely for extended periods
- oFlexible working to meet the demands of the role
- oCar driver and current licence
Person Specification
Ed and Professional Quals
Essential
- oBSc Audiology /Healthcare Science or BAAT part 1 & 2 or equivalent
- oCertificate of Audiological Competence /Diploma in Clinical Competence in Audiology or equivalent
- oState Registration (AHCS / HCPC)
- ABR Training, Clinical competencies and experience
Desirable
- oMSc in Audiology/Healthcare Science
- Leadership qualification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oExtensive post qualification clinical experience with NHS Audiology/Healthcare Science appropriate to grade
- oExtensive knowledge of paediatric audiological procedures and approaches
- oExtensive experience of programming, fitting and assessing benefit of digital hearing aids
- oExperience of training other staff, medical and non-medical in audiological techniques
- oExtensive experience of undertaking clinics in a variety of settings
- oGood knowledge of NHS and health policy related to children's health and wellbeing
- oGood understanding of children's health services including safeguarding
- oMaintain an up to date knowledge and skills base which reflects paediatric evidence based practice
- oUnderstanding of need for confidentiality
- oUnderstanding of clinical governance and the importance of clinical audit
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
- Understanding of the IQIPS accreditation process
Desirable
- oComprehensive knowledge of specialist audiological area of Non-organic hearing loss/ advanced testing techniques/Auditory Processing Disorders/Single Sided Deafness/Tinnitus and Hyperacusis/ANSD/Auditory brainstem response testing in babies
- oAudit and Service development experience
SKILLS/ABILITY
Essential
- oSkilled in a wide range of audiological test performed with children, adolescents and learning disabled adults
- oSkilled in using recognised techniques necessary for hearing aid fitting including the taking of real ear measurements
- oEnthusiastic about specialist areas and able to motivate others to learn
- oAbility to analyse complex data, facts and other evidence to identify problems and to propose and implement solutions
- oAbility to use good judgement in a range of situations, including dealing appropriately with angry or distressed individuals
- oAbility to work to deadlines and under pressure
- oAbility to work without supervision and use own initiative
- oHigh level computer and IT skills
- oExcellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- oHardworking and reliable
Desirable
- experience leading in specialist areas
- experience working in the community setting
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- oWilling to travel city wide for work purposes; may include occasional regional/national travel
- oAbility to concentrate intensely for extended periods
- oFlexible working to meet the demands of the role
- oCar driver and current licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
North Manchester General Hospital (Audiology - Outpatient B)
Delaunays Rd,
Crumpsall, Manchester
M8 5RB
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
