Band 7 Chief Paediatric Audiologist - Audiology

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Band 7 Chief Paediatric Audiologist - Audiology

The closing date is 22 March 2026

A great opportunity has arisen at University Hospitals Birmingham for an advanced audiologist to join the team on a fixed term basis. We are looking for a dynamic audiologist with a great understanding of not only the clinical aspects of the role, but also to extend their leadership skills and knowledge to support the team.

Main duties of the job

This is an advanced level role combining high level specialist clinical work in the areas of paediatric, diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology with managerial, supervisory and administrative duties. The post holder is required to work autonomously with the responsibility for the day to day running of the paediatric service and will deputise for the Audiology Service Leads as required. The post requires an extremely high level of scientific knowledge, very high skill levels in performing the diagnostic tests and fitting hearing aids and the ability to communicate well with children, parents, and other professionals.

All work should be carried out in as flexible, sensitive, supportive and family friendly manner as possible. Other duties include undertaking clinical supervision and training for junior staff. The post holder is expected to update their own professional knowledge.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job responsibilities

Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description

Person Specification Qualifications

• MSc or equivalent level qualification in Audiology with Certificate of Competence in Audiology (CAC or equivalent eg STP).
• OR
• Audiologist with 1.1 or 2.1 BSc (Hons)/ BAAT 1+2, and post qualification experience to include paediatric audiology.
• Registration with (RCCP, HCPC, AHCS, HAD)
• Membership of BAA, BSA
• Post graduate management/leadership training or experience as a supervisor.
• Recognised Leadership Qualification

Experience

• Advanced knowledge and experience in paediatric audiology, including habilitation of deaf infants and children to include those with complex needs.
• Demonstrable experience in the relevant clinical areas and evidence of clinical competency with a complex patient caseload
• Specialist knowledge of routine and non-routine diagnostic / therapeutic audiological assessment procedures, their interpretation and their implications for patient management
• Knowledge of BSA and BAA clinical guidance and recommended procedures
• Experience of line managing staff.
• Experience in participating in clinical supervision.
• Knowledge of the IQIPs criteria
• Participation in research and development activities, including audit of clinical outcomes as required.

Additional Criteria

• Ability to be mobile, if required, operating across UHB sites plus potential national travel.
• Ability to work under pressure (emotional resilience and ability to prioritise and plan work)
• Good personal organisation skills
• Possess a full category B car driving licence preferably clean or with no more than a maximum of 3 points

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.

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