Job summary The NHS Newborn Hearing Screening Programme (NHSP) offers all new parents the opportunity to have their baby's hearing screened within the first few weeks of life. It is a core service within the NHS in England and part of the family of Antenatal and Newborn Screening Programmes. The NHSP Vision is to improve outcomes for every child through a high quality hearing screening programme, safe and effective assessments and family-centred intervention. Early identification, via the programme, gives babies a better 'life chance' of developing speech and language skills and of making the most of social and emotional interaction from an early age. Main duties of the job We are seeking to recruit a friendly, organized and flexible individual to work as a member of our established team, under the supervision of the Newborn Hearing Screening Manager. You will be screening the babies and accurately recording clinical and test data relevant to the screening process. This post will involve the direct handling of newborn babies and contact with their parents. This post is part of the team based at Pilgrim Hospital. There is a requirement to travel regularly to Lincoln County Hospital and other out-reach clinics throughout the county. Applicants should have at least 4 GCSE's (grades A-C or equivalent) including English and Maths. Excellent interpersonal, communication and computing skills are essential. Previous employment within a healthcare environment would be advantageous. Full training will be given to the successful applicant via e-learning and in house training followed by an external competency assessment. The successful applicant will also be expected to complete a Health Screener Diploma in Newborn Hearing Screening in due course. About us Pilgrim Hospital is situated beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service. Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services. Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county. This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations. The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG). Date posted 16 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, £14,121 - £15,062 pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 357-PR-1043-24 Job locations Pilgrim Hospital Sibsey Road Boston PE21 9QS Job description Job responsibilities What should you do next? Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you Job description Job responsibilities What should you do next? Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 GCSE Including Maths and English Language Ability and willingness to undertake an appropriate diploma Desirable Relevant Health Care Qualifications Previous Experience Essential Experience with handling babies Desirable Dealing with the public Team Oriented caring Evidence of Knowledge, Skills & Aptitudes Essential Ability to work using own initiative and organise workload to meet strict deadlines Good Organisational Skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Basic Computer skills Desirable More advanced computer skills Specific Requirements Essential Good Interpersonal Skills Ability to communicate sensitive / confidential information and reassurance Driving License holder (To travel to community clinics) Flexibility for involvement in 7 day a week service on a team rota basis Desirable Access to transport Person Specification Qualifications Essential 4 GCSE Including Maths and English Language Ability and willingness to undertake an appropriate diploma Desirable Relevant Health Care Qualifications Previous Experience Essential Experience with handling babies Desirable Dealing with the public Team Oriented caring Evidence of Knowledge, Skills & Aptitudes Essential Ability to work using own initiative and organise workload to meet strict deadlines Good Organisational Skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Basic Computer skills Desirable More advanced computer skills Specific Requirements Essential Good Interpersonal Skills Ability to communicate sensitive / confidential information and reassurance Driving License holder (To travel to community clinics) Flexibility for involvement in 7 day a week service on a team rota basis Desirable Access to transport 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. Employer details Employer name United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust Address Pilgrim Hospital Sibsey Road Boston PE21 9QS Employer's website https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)