Assistant Audiology Practitioner
The closing date is 02 February 2026
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to join our large, friendly, multi-disciplinary Audiology team. The post is open to People with 5 GCSE's above C.
The post-holder will assist with both the assessment and rehabilitation of adults with hearing difficulties.
Training will be provided for the use of computer systems so a good knowledge of technology is beneficial. The department provides a comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative service to the population of Wirral and surrounding areas as well as supporting ENT clinic.
The department operates extended working hours enabling staff to work a 4 day week.
Main duties of the job
- Required to work as an autonomous clinical practitioner at hearing aid support clinics referring clinical decision outside own role to senior practitioners.
- To work and communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary Audiology team.
- Ensuring line manager is kept informed of any adverse conditions affecting patient care.
- To communicate effectively and courteously with patients, colleagues, public and members of the Directorate and Trust.
- To comply with the Trust's personnel policies and procedures, Health and Safety, fire regulations and risk management procedures, clinical and non-clinical.
- To carry out duties in line with Trust Equality and Diversity policies.
- To adhere to and maintain Trust, Departmental and Professional quality standards.
- To develop and maintain personal skills and knowledge within the Audiological field, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of procedural and professional developments.
- To attend all Trust's mandatory training.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Details
Date posted
22 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
408-26-024
Job locations
Arrowe Park Hospital
Arrowe Park Road
Upton
CH49 5PE
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Arrowe Park Hospital
Arrowe Park Road
Upton
CH49 5PE
Employer's website
https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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