Job Title
Band 6 Audiologist - Children's Services
Vacancy Reference
GKQ6X
Vacancy Type
Locum
Location
Community-based children's audiology service - Havering area
Department
Targeted Services / Children's & Regional Services
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Full-time
Start Date
ASAP
End Date
31 March 2026 (with potential to extend)
Role Overview
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 6 Audiologist to join a busy children's audiology service. The post holder will deliver high-quality diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology services for children, supporting early identification and management of hearing difficulties in line with best practice and national guidance.
This is a hands-on clinical role working across community settings, requiring a calm, child-centred approach and the ability to work independently within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
Carry out paediatric hearing assessments, including audiometry, OAEs and tympanometry.
Undertake hearing aid fittings and provide follow-up support for children and families.
Accurately record and update patient records with assessment findings and outcomes.
Apply NICE guidance in the management of glue ear and other common childhood hearing conditions.
Work autonomously while contributing effectively to the wider MDT.
Communicate clearly and compassionately with children, parents and carers.
Maintain high standards of clinical governance and professional practice.
Essential Requirements
BSc in Audiology or equivalent qualification.
Experience carrying out hearing assessments with children.
Competence in audiometry, OAEs and tympanometry.
Knowledge of NICE guidance relating to paediatric audiology (including glue ear management).
Calm, approachable manner with strong communication skills.
Ability to work independently and manage a clinical caseload effectively.
Desirable Experience
Previous experience in community children's services.
Experience working across multiple clinical sites.
Familiarity with electronic patient record systems.
Compliance Requirements
Enhanced DBS
Right to Work in the UK
Occupational Health clearance
Professional qualification verification
Two suitable references
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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