Job summary
Fixed Term: 12 months | Full-time | Proposed Interview Date 12-Mar-2025
We're looking for a Senior Audiologist to to become part of our committed and skilled team at Sheffield Children's. As an IQIPS accredited centre, we provide high-quality care in Paediatric Audiology and rehabilitation (excluding cochlear implantation).
Our team includes Audiologists, Apprentices, Scientists, an Educational Audiologist, a Specialist Health Visitor, and a Specialist Paediatrician. Together, we offer a holistic service with a focus on professional development for all staff. This role is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your experience in paediatric audiology.
You'll have the chance to work with a range of hearing aids, including bone-anchored hearing devices, and contribute to services such as paediatric balance assessment and complex listening difficulties clinics. As well as direct clinical care, we also run a comprehensive audit programme, supporting staff to contribute to service development.
If you're looking to take your career to the next level in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Chief Audiologist, your responsibilities will include:
Clinical Practice
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Perform full range of audiological diagnostics and rehabilitation in paediatric audiology (Tester 1 & 2 roles).
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Work off-site (e.g., outreach clinics, theatre, schools).
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Be responsible for decisions on direct referrals.
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Conduct clinical audits and contribute to research.
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Assess referrals per departmental guidelines.
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Help with annual calibration of audiological equipment.
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Work in the audiologist-led grommet clinic.
Management
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Lead a specific area within the department (e.g., training, audit, outreach clinics, ENT, scheduling).
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Support training for staff and students
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Help maintain IQIPS accreditation.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
1. Outstanding Patient Care 2. Brilliant Place to work 3. Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
Person Specification
Audiology qualification
Essential
- Registered with AHCS /HCPC or equivalent
- BSc Audiology or Diploma in Audiology / HND MPPM or equivalent, with BAA (T) parts I and II
Desirable
- First line management qualification
- Leadership Qualification
- BSL stage 1or deaf awareness training
- Trainers / assessors award
- MSc level credits in Paediatric Audiology
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a registered Paediatric Audiologist
- Training of audiology students
- Digital hearing aid fitting
- Working in a multi professional / agency team
- Paediatric hearing aid fitting
Desirable
- Research and audit involvement
- Audit completion and presentation
- Diagnostic testing
- Vestibular testing
- Tinnitus counselling
- Testing children with additional needs
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Child protection
- Paediatric audiological assessment
- Paediatric audiological (re)habilitation
- Diversity
- Aurical
- Teaching and training
- Presentation skills
Desirable
- Advanced Excel / computer skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to facilitate communication with individuals who are deaf
- Deaf awareness
- Ability to be flexible and problem solve
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to react positively to change in the clinic environment
- Team player
- Time management
Person Specification
Audiology qualification
Essential
- Registered with AHCS /HCPC or equivalent
- BSc Audiology or Diploma in Audiology / HND MPPM or equivalent, with BAA (T) parts I and II
Desirable
- First line management qualification
- Leadership Qualification
- BSL stage 1or deaf awareness training
- Trainers / assessors award
- MSc level credits in Paediatric Audiology
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a registered Paediatric Audiologist
- Training of audiology students
- Digital hearing aid fitting
- Working in a multi professional / agency team
- Paediatric hearing aid fitting
Desirable
- Research and audit involvement
- Audit completion and presentation
- Diagnostic testing
- Vestibular testing
- Tinnitus counselling
- Testing children with additional needs
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Child protection
- Paediatric audiological assessment
- Paediatric audiological (re)habilitation
- Diversity
- Aurical
- Teaching and training
- Presentation skills
Desirable
- Advanced Excel / computer skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to facilitate communication with individuals who are deaf
- Deaf awareness
- Ability to be flexible and problem solve
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to react positively to change in the clinic environment
- Team player
- Time management
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).
