Job summary
Ready to make an impact? Why not
consider joining us as a Community Audiologist within Modality LLP Division
If you are passionate about
delivering high-quality patient care, enjoy working in innovative community
settings, and want a flexible zero-hours role where your expertise truly makes
a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply now and join a team that values
Commitment, Accountability, Respect and Excellence (CARE).
We are looking for experienced
Clinical Audiologists to join our Sussex team on a zero-hours basis. This is
more than a traditional audiology role you will be a vital part of an agile,
community-based service delivering efficient, patient-centred outpatient care
in line with national guidelines and UKAS IQIPS standards.
Your specialist skills will
support high-quality diagnostic assessment, hearing aid provision, and
rehabilitation services, ensuring patients receive timely, effective care
closer to home. If you are a motivated clinician who enjoys autonomy,
flexibility, and making a real difference in patients lives, this could be the
role for you.
Why join us?
NHS pension scheme
Minimum 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
Employee discounts and benefits
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Career development and education pathways
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Flexible working options
Wellbeing support initiatives
Main duties of the job
This is a
dynamic, patient-focused clinical role delivering high-quality audiology
services within community settings. You will work autonomously while
maintaining the highest professional and technical standards.
You will adhere to best practice audiology techniques and
national standards, ensuring patients receive appropriate, evidence-based care.
Key responsibilities include:
Conducting
diagnostic hearing assessments for patients referred via GP
Selecting,
fitting, and programming appropriate hearing aids using Real Ear Measurements
(REM)
Providing
patient and carer education on hearing loss, hearing aid use, and maintenance
Conducting
follow-up appointments to assess benefit and provide further rehabilitation
where required
Undertaking
reassessment appointments where hearing has deteriorated
Managing
hearing aid repairs and maintenance clinics
Carrying
out domiciliary visits where required
Escalating
complex cases appropriately and working collaboratively with wider healthcare
teams
You will need strong clinical expertise, professionalism,
and the ability to work independently within community clinics while
maintaining a patient-centred approach. In return, you will be rewarded with
meaningful work, flexibility, and the satisfaction of improving patients
quality of life as part of a supportive, values-driven organisation
About us
Modality LLP
is a large-scale provider of NHS community outpatient services across multiple
regions in the UK. We are renowned for our innovative approach to delivering
efficient patient pathways and high-quality specialist care closer to home.
Our Audiology service is UKAS IQIPS accredited and
supported by an experienced multidisciplinary workforce.
Our service offer includes:
Over
15 years of experience delivering community outpatient services
Partnerships
with ICBs and hospital providers
A
diverse clinical workforce including consultants, GPs with extended roles,
specialist nurses and allied health professionals
Delivery
of over 120,000 patient consultations per year
First
consultations within a maximum of four weeks from referral
Seven-day
service provision from community locations
In this role, you will help shape and deliver innovative
outpatient pathways while working in alignment with our CARE values. You will
contribute to improving systems, processes, and patient experience across the
organisation.
All employees have access to our benefits scheme, NHS
pension, and clear career development pathways. We value diversity and are
proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to fair treatment in
line with the Equality Act 2010.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting
documents for a full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of
this role.
You will thrive in this role if
you are passionate about patient care, confident in delivering hearing
assessments and rehabilitation, and committed to maintaining high clinical
standards. If you are seeking a flexible, rewarding position within a growing
and innovative organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Please note
Modality LLP reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the
advertising period.
Pre-employment
Requirements:
Vaccinations:
Mandatory for certain roles and there may be a delay to start dates where they
are not provided; we provide guidance and support to manage individual and environmental
risks.
Right
to work: Proof of UK working eligibility required at interview.
References:
Two references required, one of which must be your current/most recent employer
and reference checks must cover at least the past three years of employment or
training.
Employment
history: Please notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the supporting
documents for a full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of
this role.
You will thrive in this role if
you are passionate about patient care, confident in delivering hearing
assessments and rehabilitation, and committed to maintaining high clinical
standards. If you are seeking a flexible, rewarding position within a growing
and innovative organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Please note
Modality LLP reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time during the
advertising period.
Pre-employment
Requirements:
Vaccinations:
Mandatory for certain roles and there may be a delay to start dates where they
are not provided; we provide guidance and support to manage individual and environmental
risks.
Right
to work: Proof of UK working eligibility required at interview.
References:
Two references required, one of which must be your current/most recent employer
and reference checks must cover at least the past three years of employment or
training.
Employment
history: Please notify us of any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Attention to detail.
- Motivated and enthusiastic.
- Understanding of workload and shift management.
- Caring, compassionate approach to patient care.
- Flexible, positive, and approachable manner.
- Willingness to travel across divisions where required.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working as a Clinical Audiologist, including diagnostic hearing assessments, hearing aid fittings, and Real Ear Measurements (REM).
- Relevant postgraduate clinical experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- BSc Audiology, Postgraduate Diploma in Audiology, or pre-2004 MPPM B-TEC with BAAT Part I & II and Clinical Certificate of Competency.
- Registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist in Audiology, Registered Hearing Aid Dispenser, or registered with the RCCP voluntary register (as applicable to regulatory requirements).
- Evidence of recognised training and CPD in hearing assessment and rehabilitation.
- Experience with objective measurements of DSP hearing aids.
- Experience working in a healthcare environment, preferably within Primary or Secondary Care.
- Proficient in using PCs, clinical software, and patient management systems.
Skills
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to manage complex cases and escalate appropriately.
- Confident decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Attention to detail.
- Motivated and enthusiastic.
- Understanding of workload and shift management.
- Caring, compassionate approach to patient care.
- Flexible, positive, and approachable manner.
- Willingness to travel across divisions where required.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working as a Clinical Audiologist, including diagnostic hearing assessments, hearing aid fittings, and Real Ear Measurements (REM).
- Relevant postgraduate clinical experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- BSc Audiology, Postgraduate Diploma in Audiology, or pre-2004 MPPM B-TEC with BAAT Part I & II and Clinical Certificate of Competency.
- Registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist in Audiology, Registered Hearing Aid Dispenser, or registered with the RCCP voluntary register (as applicable to regulatory requirements).
- Evidence of recognised training and CPD in hearing assessment and rehabilitation.
- Experience with objective measurements of DSP hearing aids.
- Experience working in a healthcare environment, preferably within Primary or Secondary Care.
- Proficient in using PCs, clinical software, and patient management systems.
Skills
Essential
- Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to manage complex cases and escalate appropriately.
- Confident decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
