Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for someone to start their career in Audiology. Helping adults with hearing impairment fulfil their potential. It is a technical assistant role using the latest technology available in the NHS to help adults in their diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss. You will be based at Wycombe Hospital with weekly visits to Amersham Hospital. If successful the post holder will be expected to attend suitable development courses chosen by the Head of Audiology which will be supported by the Trust. The main site will be Wycombe Hospital but you will also work at Amersham Hospital and can expect to cover satellite clinics and the other Trust Hospitals as required hence a valid car license is desirable. There will be significant internal training which once successfully completed will ensure the employee becomes a key member of the team. Following this assuming sufficient capability, funding and course availability there is the opportunity for funded university study and nationally recognised professional training, which will enhance your career development within the Trust. To be considered for interview It is expected that candidates have a minimum or equivalent of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English and 3 A' levels or equivalent with one being in Science, Physics, Chemistry or Biology. The Trust is a highly supportive and inclusive environment which will support you as much as possible to reach your full potential. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be involved primarily in the rehabilitation process using digital hearing aids. You will be expected to provide technical and administrative support to Audiologists. He/he will also be required to participate with all routine duties within the department, to assist in the effective running of the department and work in a professional manner to provide a quality service. The post holder will assist with a wider range of more complex investigations and interventions of non-routine pathology/disability or complex needs as part of a wider healthcare team and with appropriate supervision. About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? o We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families. What do we stand for? o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number 434-SCC6707387 Job locations Stoke Mandeville Hospital Aylesbury HP21 8AL Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Person Specification Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Excellent communication Keyboard skills Excellent Organisation skills Able to work as a member of a team & autonomously Car driver with clean licence Motivated and committed Desirable Proficient with Sign Language Teaching skills Second language Counselling skills Experience Essential Proven ability to work effectively alone and with limited supervision. Proven ability to work with money and/or expensive products or equipment. Proven ability to show technical reasoning Education, Qualifications & Training Essential 2 'A' levels & 5 GCSEs (including Maths & Biology) or equivalent European Computer Drivers Licence or equivalent Person Specification Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Excellent communication Keyboard skills Excellent Organisation skills Able to work as a member of a team & autonomously Car driver with clean licence Motivated and committed Desirable Proficient with Sign Language Teaching skills Second language Counselling skills Experience Essential Proven ability to work effectively alone and with limited supervision. Proven ability to work with money and/or expensive products or equipment. Proven ability to show technical reasoning Education, Qualifications & Training Essential 2 'A' levels & 5 GCSEs (including Maths & Biology) or equivalent European Computer Drivers Licence or equivalent 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 Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address Stoke Mandeville Hospital Aylesbury HP21 8AL Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)