Job summary The Audiology service based at Chesterfield Royal Hospital is under going some exciting new developments and as a result we are offering the opportunity for two successful applicants to train as Associate Audiologists. This is a 15 month apprenticeship course and upon successful completion of the training you will achieve a band 4 position within the department as an Associate Audiologist. Main duties of the job As an Associate Audiologist you will perform hearing tests on ENT clinics, fit digital hearing aids and support junior members of the Audiology team as well as working alongside Audiologists within the Trust and at some community locations across North Derbyshire. About us Our vision: Exceptional patient care provided by exceptional people. Our mission: To bring our people communities and partners together - providing care we can all be proud of. We all play a part in achieving this, by living up to the values we promise to our patients and each other. As members of staff, we will be guided by our Proud to CARE values: COMPASSION - treating everyone with kindness - welcoming diversity and inclusion, considering individual needs and challenging inappropriate behaviours outside of our values. AMBITION - Aspiring to be the best - reaching high standards, providing exceptional care and services; and achieving measurable improvements in people's health and wellbeing RESPECT - Valuing and appreciating everyone - listening, learning and acting on their experiences, being open and honest; and recognising that working with others brings benefits. ENCOURAGEMENT - Opportunities for all - supporting education and development, helping people to bring their improvement ideas to life and speak-up; and getting everyone involved in our future. Date posted 24 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12,514 to £29,114 a year p/a pro rata - band 4 on successful completion of the training Contract Apprenticeship Duration 15 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 166-SS-6852548 Job locations Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments section on this page. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are, along with the criteria that are required for the role. Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter for more: hrcrhft royalhospital WellbeingCRH Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments section on this page. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are, along with the criteria that are required for the role. Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter for more: hrcrhft royalhospital WellbeingCRH Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential 1 x Level 3 qualification e.g. an A level, B'Tec level 3 or equivalent in science 5 x Level 2 qualification including Maths and English grade 4 or above e.g. GCSE grade C or above Equivalent demonstrable knowledge or experience Desirable Experiential learning within a science or healthcare setting Experience Essential Experience of communicating with the public Desirable Previous experience of working in healthcare Experience in a customer care role Volunteering in a caring role Experience of communicating with a person with a hearing loss Skills & Knowledge Essential Good oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good organisational skills Personal Attributes Essential Professional appearance Professional manner Reliable Adaptable Effective team member Working towards becoming a car driver with a full current driving licence when qualified (for disabled applicants' suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary Desirable Holds a full current driving licence (for disabled applicants suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary). Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential 1 x Level 3 qualification e.g. an A level, B'Tec level 3 or equivalent in science 5 x Level 2 qualification including Maths and English grade 4 or above e.g. GCSE grade C or above Equivalent demonstrable knowledge or experience Desirable Experiential learning within a science or healthcare setting Experience Essential Experience of communicating with the public Desirable Previous experience of working in healthcare Experience in a customer care role Volunteering in a caring role Experience of communicating with a person with a hearing loss Skills & Knowledge Essential Good oral and written communication skills Good interpersonal skills Good organisational skills Personal Attributes Essential Professional appearance Professional manner Reliable Adaptable Effective team member Working towards becoming a car driver with a full current driving licence when qualified (for disabled applicants' suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary Desirable Holds a full current driving licence (for disabled applicants suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed, if necessary). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Chesterfield Royal Hospital Calow Chesterfield S44 5BL Employer's website https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)