Advanced Paediatric Audiologist / Team Leader Paediatric Audiology in Oxford

Advanced Paediatric Audiologist / Team Leader Paediatric Audiology

NHS AfC: Band 7

Main area Paediatric Audiology Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (Part time and full time contracts available) Job ref 321-NOTSS-8201153-B7

Site John Radcliffe Hospital Town Oxford Salary £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 01/11/2026 23:59

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

Shape the future of Paediatric Audiology at Oxford University Hospitals.

We are seeking two experienced Band 7 Advanced Paediatric Audiologists / Clinical Scientists to join our growing team at an exciting period of service transformation. Following a Full Assurance rating from NHS England and the ICB, significant investment has been secured to further develop our service, including a new paediatric audiology facility in Banbury.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine advanced clinical practice with leadership, service development and team management. Working alongside other Team Leaders and the Head of Paediatric Audiology, you will help deliver outstanding care for children and families while contributing to the ongoing development of a modern, innovative service.

Flexible working options are available, with opportunities for full-time or part-time appointments.

Main duties of the job

You will provide highly specialised paediatric audiology services, undertaking complex behavioural and objective assessments, hearing aid fitting, verification and rehabilitation for babies, children and young people with a wide range of hearing needs.

Alongside your clinical responsibilities, you will play a key role in service improvement, supporting the development of new pathways and helping to shape the future of paediatric audiology across Oxfordshire.

You will also lead, support and develop colleagues through supervision, coaching and mentorship, ensuring high standards of patient care and professional practice. Dedicated time is provided for leadership, service development, training and management responsibilities.

We are looking for an HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist or AHCS-registered Audiologist with significant NHS paediatric audiology experience, excellent clinical skills and a passion for developing services and supporting others.

Join us and make a lasting difference to the lives of children and families while developing your own leadership and specialist expertise within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This is a key leadership role in the paediatric audiology team, which provides a comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitation service to the children of Oxfordshire. The post holder will work closely with the Head of Paediatric Audiology, Head of Audiology and other team members to provide efficient delivery and development of the Paediatric Audiology Service.

The post-holder will lead an aspect of the paediatric audiology service for babies and children with permanent and temporary hearing losses. They will have significant experience in the audiological assessment of children of all ages including those with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, additional disabilities or special needs. They are also expected to have a high level of expertise in the fitting and verification of hearing aids to babies and children. The post-holder will line-manage a team of Audiologists and Assistant Audiologists to ensure that a consistently high‑quality clinical service is provided and staff development. They are expected to maintain continuous professional development, work autonomously, manage their own caseload and demonstrate initiative in service development.

You will be based at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford and will also be required to undertake clinics in Banbury and at other locations around the county including Brackley and Didcot. The department offers flexible working arrangements.

The main responsibilities have been highlighted above. Please see full job description and person specification for further details. Potential applicants are encouraged to make informal contact to discuss the role further.

Qualifications

• BSc Audiology, PTP Healthcare Science (Audiology) or MSc in audiology with CAC / HTS, or STP in neurosciences (audiology modality)
• Evidence of further specialist training / qualifications in paediatric audiology
• State registered with HCPC as a Clinical Scientist (audiology modality) or with AHCS as an Audiologist
• MSc Audiology
• Evidence of further specialist training in paediatric habilitation
• Management / leadership training and qualification

Experience

• Evidence of recent CPD activities
• Significant experience working as a band 6+ specialist paediatric audiologist / Clinical Scientist, in an NHS context
• Extensive experience of behavioural hearing assessment in children of all ages
• Experience of objective hearing assessment in children including OAE and ABR
• Extensive experience of hearing aid fitting and verification in children including real ear measurements and RECD.
• Experience of training other members of staff including those at same or higher grade (as well as more junior staff)
• Experience of communicating with colleagues from other disciplines including paediatrics, ENT, education, speech and language therapy
• Previous NHS experience

Personal Skills / Knowledge

• High level of knowledge / competence in paediatric audiology, including assessing the hearing of children with additional needs
• Line-management skills including use of coaching style, giving feedback, active listening, appraisal.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Knowledge of Newborn Hearing Screening Programme (NHSP)

Behavioural Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex information to people from a variety of educational backgrounds in emotionally challenging situations
• Positive attitude and enthusiastic approach, with can-do attitude even when under pressure
• Resilient and able to multi-task and prioritise competing demands

Technical skills

• Excellent manual dexterity and coordination to accurately manipulate equipment and small devices to include hearing aids and accessories and insert probe tubes accurately into ear canals
• Computer literate with experience of working with the Microsoft Office and specialist audiological software

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitalspromotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

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