Job summary Job summary We are looking for an Apprentice Audiologist to join our enthusiastic Audiology team based at the Royal Derby Hospital As an Audiology Apprentice, you will benefit from a 4 year fully funded and supportedLevel 6 Healthcare Science Apprenticeship in Audiology at Aston University and earn a competitive apprenticeship salary, whilst being part of a team and gaining transferable knowledge and skills. You will study part-time and will qualify with a BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Audiology) degree on completion, plus an Apprenticeship Certificate. We are offering to pay a salary and fund your learning as you work towards gaining a degree in Audiology with Aston University. Your learning will include a blend of theory and practice and will involve both university and self-directed learning. Once successfully qualified, you will be eligible for an Audiologist (band 5) role at the Royal Derby Hospital. The post holder will be required to work in a wide range of clinical settings, including the various hospitals run by the trust. Although an apprentice role, this vacancy is open to everyone regardless of age and ideal for anyone looking for a career within Audiology. Over a 4-year period, you will be fully funded to complete your apprenticeship around your working role and will be allocated time to undertake the academic study required. Year 1 - 65% of Top Band 5 Year 2 - 70% of Top Band 5 Year 3 - 75% of Top Band 5 Year 4 - 80% of Top Band 5 Main duties of the job Throughout the apprenticeship programme, the post holder will be supported to work towards independent practice within the Audiology team. Main duties will include: To provide Audiology cover to Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Outpatients Department clinics including masked air and bone condition audiometry and tympanometry. To discuss results with patients and their family/ carer. To undertake Stage A daily calibration checks and maintain records for Audiological equipment. Routine aspects of all adult hearing aid and rehabilitation services within the department, including clinics at community sites and domiciliary visiting. Interpretation of results by collating all available information to decide on appropriate management Ability to take accurate ear impressions on adult patients, according to the British Society of Audiology recommended procedures. Verifying hearing aid prescriptions using probe tube microphone measurements. Transporting expensive equipment, stock (to include hearing aids and consumables) to community hospitals or outreach clinics as required. To keep the patient management system (Auditbase) up to date so that patients' progress is monitored, rehabilitation schedules are adhered to, and stock is appropriately managed. Closing date of advert: 17th April 2025 Interview date :01st May 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 03 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Increasing % of max salary as per Annex 21 Contract Apprenticeship Duration 4 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 320-SURG-1208 Job locations Royal Derby Hospital Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3NE Job description Job responsibilities Upon completion of the apprenticeship: Undertaking diagnostic audiology assessments for Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) patients. Routine aspects of all work within the department, including clinics at community sites. Participating in the provision of the routine adult hearing aid assessment, rehabilitation and aftercare service. Maintains records in relation to audiological activities carried out. Explain results to patients and where appropriate the importance of ongoing surveillance. Ensure a person-centred approach to all patient interactions 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 sponsorshipImpacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Job description Job responsibilities Upon completion of the apprenticeship: Undertaking diagnostic audiology assessments for Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) patients. Routine aspects of all work within the department, including clinics at community sites. Participating in the provision of the routine adult hearing aid assessment, rehabilitation and aftercare service. Maintains records in relation to audiological activities carried out. Explain results to patients and where appropriate the importance of ongoing surveillance. Ensure a person-centred approach to all patient interactions 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 sponsorshipImpacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Person Specification Qualifications Essential Five GCSEs Grade C/4 GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4 GCSE English Language Grade C/4 3 A-Levels at ABB including 1 Science A-Level (Biology or Physics), or BTEC equivalent at D D D Person Specification Qualifications Essential Five GCSEs Grade C/4 GCSE Mathematics Grade C/4 GCSE English Language Grade C/4 3 A-Levels at ABB including 1 Science A-Level (Biology or Physics), or BTEC equivalent at D D D 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 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)