Key role in Paediatric Audiology
Are you looking to advance your career in Paediatric Audiology? We have a vacancy for the position of Deputy Head of Paediatric Audiology, created due to internal promotion. This is an exciting opportunity as our service undergoes development and growth following recent staff changes.
This role has been restructured to include a focus on paediatric electrophysiology testing, with responsibilities spanning audiology and the hearing implant team to ensure quality in this area.
As a vital member of our team, you will deliver specialist clinical activities in paediatric audiology and have opportunities to develop your leadership skills within a supportive environment. Our large tertiary service is actively involved in research.
We are seeking a Specialist Audiologist / Clinical Scientist / Healthcare Scientist with proven training and experience in paediatric audiology. Candidates should demonstrate high clinical standards, a track record of service development, excellent communication skills, and a creative approach to problem-solving for children and young people of all ages and their families. High expertise in ABR testing is essential. Leadership experience and line management skills are desirable.
1. Deputy lead for the paediatric audiology service, collaborating with the head of the paediatric team to develop the service.
2. Provision of clinical specialist services in Paediatric Audiology.
3. Leadership of paediatric electrophysiology services across Hearing Services (Audiology and hearing implants).
About our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust includes Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and 1100 beds, our focus is on providing high-quality, patient-centered care. Recognised as delivering outstanding care and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commission, our staff's dedication is our strength. Our values—Together, Safe, Kind, Excellent—guide our work. We serve a regional, national, and international population with accessible healthcare and specialized services for complex conditions.
CUH is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or background.
As part of our training department, you will play a significant role in our STP training programme.
Qualifications required include at least a BSc or MSc in Audiology or equivalent, STP (or equivalent), and registration with the HCPC as a Clinical Scientist. HSST qualification is desirable.
For full details, please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (Job Description and Person Specification).
Note: Due to Home Office immigration rules, this full-time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa unless specific conditions are met, such as applying for a Graduate visa or sponsorship as a Skilled Worker.
Priority will be given to NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough applicants at risk of redundancy, but interviews are not guaranteed.
This vacancy closes at midnight on 21st August 2025, with interviews scheduled for 1st September 2025.
Benefits
We offer development opportunities and benefits such as on-site leisure facilities, shopping, day nurseries, subsidized travel, free bus routes, and parking. Staff can access 24/7 hot food, dedicated break spaces, and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
This advert closes on Thursday, 21 August 2025.
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