Job summary
Are you looking to continue your professional development in a new role in Audiology?
We are looking for an Audiologist to take on a senior role in Paediatric Audiology across Mid Cheshire. The role would suit either a newly registered Clinical Scientist or an Audiologist with previous experience in Paediatrics.
The ideal candidate will be friendly and approachable, demonstrating good communication skills with service users and other professionals.
Theywill have a broad understanding of the current professional landscape and have a proactive attitude to service development. They will be keen tocontinue their professional and personal development, and happy to share knowledge with colleagues.
Main duties of the job
Clinical duties include taking a lead role in behavioural and electrophysiological testing of hearing for babies and children.
The post-holder will also form individual management plans and provide hearing devices for infants and children.The post-holder will be expected to act as Team Leader for the Newborn Hearing Screening team at Mid Cheshire Hospitals Trust, playing animportant role in ensuring early identification and management of permanent childhood hearing impairment.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System. As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Details Date posted
06 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
412-W&C-7208439
Job locations
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details.
We would be more than happy to answer any questions or queries by email to paediatric.audiology@mcht.nhs.uk or telephone 01270 826256
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details.
We would be more than happy to answer any questions or queries by email to paediatric.audiology@mcht.nhs.uk or telephone 01270 826256
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* BSc Audiology (or equivalent)
Desirable
* MSc Clinical Science (Neurosensory Sciences)
Skills Essential
* Experience in Paediatric Audiology diagnostic & rehabilitation services
Desirable
* Holds CAC/STP/HTS or equivalent training
Experience Essential
* Hearing aid fitting and verification
Desirable
* Hearing aid fitting and verification for infants
Skills Essential
* Experienced in ABR assessments
Desirable
* Accredited ABR peer reviewer
Experience Essential
* Educator Experience
Desirable
* Supervisor/Line management experience
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* BSc Audiology (or equivalent)
Desirable
* MSc Clinical Science (Neurosensory Sciences)
Skills Essential
* Experience in Paediatric Audiology diagnostic & rehabilitation services
Desirable
* Holds CAC/STP/HTS or equivalent training
Experience Essential
* Hearing aid fitting and verification
Desirable
* Hearing aid fitting and verification for infants
Skills Essential
* Experienced in ABR assessments
Desirable
* Accredited ABR peer reviewer
Experience Essential
* Educator Experience
Desirable
* Supervisor/Line management experience
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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