About this role
Job summary
To perform the full range of hearing and audiological assessments necessary for the diagnosis of hearing loss including (pure tone audiometry, tympanometry, play audiometry, otoacoustic emissions, speech testing) and fit hearing aids to deaf and hearing impaired children to national standards
Appropriate training and support will be provided to help the postholder progress towards becoming competent in a Band 6 role via the Higher Training Scheme. This is a Band 5 developmental post. The postholder will be supported to develop paediatric audiology competencies through structured supervision, training and clinical exposure.
Progression to Band 6 is not automatic and is subject to:
Demonstration of competencies aligned to Band 6 practice Completion of relevant training (e.g. Higher Training Scheme) Availability of a suitable vacancy and successful application at interview The Band 5 role does not carry Band 6 responsibilities, and the postholder will remain accountable for working within Band 5 level of competence at all times.
Main duties of the job
Please see attached job description and personal specification for a full list of main duties and responsibilities for this role.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Ability to facilitate communication with individuals who are deaf Computer literate Knowledge of basic audiological assessment techniques Understanding of paediatric hearing assessment principles Awareness of safeguarding children Understanding of clinical governance and scope of practice Ability to recognise own limitations and escalate appropriately
Desirable
Affinity Presentation skills
Qualifications & Training Essential
BSc Audiology Registered with AHCS /HCPC There is a requirement to complete the Paediatric Audiology HTS
Desirable
British sign language training Deaf awareness training
Personal Attributes & Skills Essential
Ability to communicate effectively with children and families Excellent communication skills Team player - Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team Time management
Desirable
Ability to communicate with deaf people - British sign language qualification Behavioural management skills for paediatric clinics Experience supporting students or trainees
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 Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Armthorpe Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)