Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Audiologist - Fixed Term 18 Months

The closing date is 21 September 2025

Job summary

Closing Date: 21st September 2025

Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 22nd September 2025

Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 29th September 2025

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to join our large, friendly, multi-disciplinary Audiology team, for a period of 18 months, although there may be possibilities for this to be extended.

Applicants must be qualified Audiologists with a BSc in Audiology (or equivalent Audiology qualification), have Registration with HCPC or AHCS (or pending), and have training/work experience in an NHS audiology service.

The post-holder will participate in both the assessment and rehabilitation of adults with hearing difficulties and should have a thorough understanding of patient management systems and hearing aid technology. The department provides a comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative service to the population of Bradford and surrounding areas as well as supporting ENT clinic both at base within Bradford Royal Infirmary and at out-reach centres.

The department operates extended working hours enabling staff to work a 4 day week, and is looking at Saturday working

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the attached Job Description for more information about the main roles and responsibilities of the post.

About us

At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.

We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.

In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.

Details

Date posted

05 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

389-25-7456011

Job locations

Bradford Hospitals NHS Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Working with the public
  • Working in a team
  • Working/training within an NHS Audiology service
  • Experience regarding the audiological assessment and management of adults with hearing difficulties

Skills

Essential

  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to deal sensitively and politely with patients
  • Able to work as part of a team, and confidently with staff at all levels
  • Good organisational skills, including management and prioritisation of own workload
  • Good analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
  • Knowledge of hearing aid technology
  • Ability to record clinical and professional activity

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc Audiology or equivalent,
  • Professional registration with relevant UK body (HCPC or AHCS) (or in process with application if newly qualified)

Desirable

  • Hold a full driving licence and has access to a vehicle
  • Member of BSA/BAA
  • Supervision/Mentorship qualification

Other Requirements

Essential

  • Able to drive/commute to different sites
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Working with the public
  • Working in a team
  • Working/training within an NHS Audiology service
  • Experience regarding the audiological assessment and management of adults with hearing difficulties

Skills

Essential

  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to deal sensitively and politely with patients
  • Able to work as part of a team, and confidently with staff at all levels
  • Good organisational skills, including management and prioritisation of own workload
  • Good analytical and problem solving skills

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
  • Knowledge of hearing aid technology
  • Ability to record clinical and professional activity

Qualifications

Essential

  • BSc Audiology or equivalent,
  • Professional registration with relevant UK body (HCPC or AHCS) (or in process with application if newly qualified)

Desirable

  • Hold a full driving licence and has access to a vehicle
  • Member of BSA/BAA
  • Supervision/Mentorship qualification

Other Requirements

Essential

  • Able to drive/commute to different sites

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Hospitals NHS Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Employer's website

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bradford Hospitals NHS Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


Employer's website

https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Adult Audiology

Anna Skibinska

anna.skibinska@btfht.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

05 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

389-25-7456011

Job locations

Bradford Hospitals NHS Trust

Bradford

BD9 6RJ


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