Job summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Band 7 Advanced Paediatric Audiologist / Clinical Scientist (Audiology) to join our Paediatric Audiology department. This is an advanced role requiring expertise in complex paediatric audiology services. The successful candidate will be expected to work across our two main sites, Royal Derby Hospital and Queen's Hospital Burton, as well as other outstations as and when required. Our department is an accredited STP training site and currently hosts STP trainees. This advanced role requires a dedicated professional with a strong background in paediatric audiology. The candidate should possess excellent communication skills, the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to continuous professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people through expert audiological care, we encourage you to apply. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will lead in the complex assessment and rehabilitation of children and young people, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective treatment plans. They will conduct ABR assessments as a primary duty, ensuring precise evaluation and interpretation of results to guide patient care. As the service is working towards IQIPS accreditation, the post holder will take on a quality lead role, collaborating with other quality leads within the department to maintain and enhance service standards. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the Senior Audiology Team, contributing to strategic planning and service development. They will act as deputy for the Head of Department alongside the other advanced audiologists, providing leadership and support as needed. The post holder will provide supervision and training to staff and students, including STP trainees, ensuring they receive the support and guidance needed to develop their skills and knowledge. Closing date of advert: 14 April 2025 Interview date: 28 April 2025 About us As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts: We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 320-W&C-1014 Job locations Royal Derby Hospital Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3NE Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Person Specification Education, Training and Qualifications Essential MSc in Audiology/Healthcare Science or equivalent level and significant relevant experience including HTS modules Registered as a Clinical Scientist in Audiology with HCPC OR Registered as a Clinical Physiologist with AHCS Desirable Membership of BAA and/or BSA Experience & Knowledge Essential Demonstrable experience in paediatric audiology and evidence of clinical competency with a complex patent caseload Evidence of recent validation of clinical skills e.g BAA HTS, Scientist Equivalency, ABR peer review, or STP degree Desirable Participation in research and development activities, including service reviews and audit of clinical outcomes as required Post graduate management/leadership training or experience as a team leader/supervisor Skills and Ability Essential Substantial paediatric audiology experience to include pre-school assessment and hearing aid fitting, verification and validation. Desirable Clinical ABR experience including participation in external peer review Other Desirable Car driver with a clean licence Values and behavours Essential Must demonstrate Trust values and behaviours of compassion, openness, and excellence (see Trust Values) Person Specification Education, Training and Qualifications Essential MSc in Audiology/Healthcare Science or equivalent level and significant relevant experience including HTS modules Registered as a Clinical Scientist in Audiology with HCPC OR Registered as a Clinical Physiologist with AHCS Desirable Membership of BAA and/or BSA Experience & Knowledge Essential Demonstrable experience in paediatric audiology and evidence of clinical competency with a complex patent caseload Evidence of recent validation of clinical skills e.g BAA HTS, Scientist Equivalency, ABR peer review, or STP degree Desirable Participation in research and development activities, including service reviews and audit of clinical outcomes as required Post graduate management/leadership training or experience as a team leader/supervisor Skills and Ability Essential Substantial paediatric audiology experience to include pre-school assessment and hearing aid fitting, verification and validation. Desirable Clinical ABR experience including participation in external peer review Other Desirable Car driver with a clean licence Values and behavours Essential Must demonstrate Trust values and behaviours of compassion, openness, and excellence (see Trust Values) 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). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Derby Hospital Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3NE Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)