Job Summary
The Newborn Hearing Screening Programme Local Manager is the operational lead for the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust newborn hearing screening programme, reporting to the NHSP Team Leader. The post holder, under guidance from the NHSP Team Leader, takes professional and clinical responsibility for leading the Newborn Hearing Screening Programme, including the management and ongoing development of the Newborn Hearing Screening Team in accordance with the policies of the National Newborn Hearing Screening Programme. The post-holder will be responsible for ensuring prompt and appropriate referrals to audiology from the service, ensuring any delays are highlighted to the NHSP Team Leader. The post holder will support the clinical provision of the Newborn Hearing Screening Service within the Maternity service at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust.
Main Duties of the Job
1. Operational management of the hearing screening programme
2. Management and supervision of the hearing screening team
3. Maintaining the competency and continued professional development of the hearing screener team
4. Ensure data issues are appropriately managed and appropriate record keeping is maintained for the Newborn Hearing Screening Service.
5. Ensuring all equipment is managed and used in accordance with NHSP national guidance
About Us
At the Dudley Group, our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do, and that is to provide a world-class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high-quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.
Dudley Group offers many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Date Posted: 24 February 2025
Pay Scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Reference Number: 253-0225-6859304
Job Locations:
Russells Hall Hospital, Pensnett Road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education Essential:
* Maths and English at GCSE grade 4/C or above, or the equivalent
* Level 4 or willing to work towards a diploma for health screeners or hold a current professional registration in a healthcare role such as midwifery, health visiting, or audiology.
Desirable:
* NHSP External Competency Assessment
Knowledge and Training Essential:
* In-depth knowledge and understanding of the newborn hearing screening programme
Communication Essential:
* Demonstrate an ability to respond to service user queries regarding newborn hearing screening pathways and act appropriately
* Demonstrate a professional approach to communicating with colleagues, service users, and visitors
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.
Employer Details:
Employer Name: The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Russells Hall Hospital, Pensnett Road, Dudley, DY1 2HQ
Employer's Website: https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/
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