Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Newborn Hearing Screener

The closing date is 08 March 2026

Job summary

30.00 hrs post.

We are looking for motivated, conscientious individuals with a flexible approach to join our team. Good communication and interpersonal skills are essential preferably with experience of working with young babies and children.

The post requires being able to work well as part of a team and also on your own initiative. You must be methodical and well organised and it is essential for you to be able to prioritise your own workload to ensure thatall babies are screened. You must be able to remain calm when under pressure as you will frequently be required to cover busy postnatal wards and clinics alone.

Qualified to GSCE standard (or equivalent) is a minimal requirement and basic computer skills and deaf awareness would also be an advantage.

You will be required to travel, therefore a valid driving license and access to a vehicle would be desirable.

Proposed Interview Friday 13th March

Main duties of the job

Identify on a daily basis which babies require screening by using the Smart for Hearing (S4H) and other relevant hospital systems, in addition to liaising with the ward staff.
Carry out the newborn hearing screen within national and local protocols using automated equipment without direct supervision, ensuring results are given to parents/carers and are delivered to primary care teams and follow-up services.
Accurately and legibly record clinical and test data, both written and electronically, taking responsibility for data from tests
Responsible for monitoring stock levels and ordering stock and non-stock items.
Ability to study independently and complete worksheets, case studies and reflection document
Planning and organisational tasks / duties
Responsible for planning and organising workload and clinic sessions.

About us

The Trust has defined its culture as one that is patient centred which puts safety first and where all staff take responsibility, are valued and value each other. To support this our four values are that we are all:-

Compassionate- We treat everyone with kindness, understanding and empathy

Inclusive- We are respectful, fair and open, valuing everyone's unique contribution

Collaborative-We work together across our teams and with our partners and are helpful, positive and supportive

Inspiring- We strive for the best for patients, communities, staff and partners and are always learning and improving.

Date posted

24 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£26,240 to £27,928 a year per annum Incl HCAS (Fringe)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

396-7810436-DE-GV-Y-A

Job locations

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person Specification

Essential

Educated to O-Level/GSCE level A*-C in English & Maths
Experience with Young children in a care setting
Experience of adminstrative duties
Experience of working in a team and indepedantly
Excellent IT skills with an ability to navigate web based systems, use email accounts, experience of excel and Microsoft word
Full driving licence- Access and use of a vehicle

Desirable

Evidence of continuing professional development: oNVQ level 3 or equivalent oBSL stage 1
Working within the Health sector within the past 5 years
Audiology experience

Essential

Educated to O-Level/GSCE level A*-C in English & Maths
Experience with Young children in a care setting
Experience of adminstrative duties
Experience of working in a team and indepedantly
Excellent IT skills with an ability to navigate web based systems, use email accounts, experience of excel and Microsoft word

Desirable

Evidence of continuing professional development: oNVQ level 3 or equivalent oBSL stage 1
Working within the Health sector within the past 5 years
Audiology experience

Person Specification

Essential

Educated to O-Level/GSCE level A*-C in English & Maths
Experience with Young children in a care setting
Experience of adminstrative duties
Experience of working in a team and indepedantly
Excellent IT skills with an ability to navigate web based systems, use email accounts, experience of excel and Microsoft word
Full driving licence- Access and use of a vehicle

Desirable

Evidence of continuing professional development: oNVQ level 3 or equivalent oBSL stage 1
Working within the Health sector within the past 5 years
Audiology experience

Essential

Educated to O-Level/GSCE level A*-C in English & Maths
Experience with Young children in a care setting
Experience of adminstrative duties
Experience of working in a team and indepedantly
Excellent IT skills with an ability to navigate web based systems, use email accounts, experience of excel and Microsoft word

Desirable

Evidence of continuing professional development: oNVQ level 3 or equivalent oBSL stage 1
Working within the Health sector within the past 5 years
Audiology experience

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Employer's website

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