About this role
Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly, small, hard working team. We currently have six permanent Audiologists, both part time and full time and one assistant Audiological practitioner who are supported by two fully time and one part time admin assistants and an admin support manager.
We provide routine and complex care to adults and fit the latest NHS hearing aid technology.
We are an adaptable team, with the opportunity to work from home a couple of times a month, as well as supporting flexible working where ever possible.
Main duties of the job
The department has a wide range of responsibilities, serving two ICBs AQP and NON AQP activity as well as the Acute Trust, with the bulk of the patients seen for community audiology care.
The team provide audiology support for the local ENT team, as well as including a full hearing aid service for adults. The team also provide a tinnitus support service and a full domiciliary service.
We are based at Crawley Hospital, with satellite clinics at East Surrey Hospital, Horsham Hospital, Consort house (Redhill) and Caterham Dene Hospital.
The post is to work across all sites, in both hearing aid clinics and ENT support clinics.
The audiology service works hard within the community to sign post for health difficulties, as well as health prevention for our community. The team work closely with local dementia support services and provide outreach screening clinics for the more vulnerable communities.
About us
First Community is a staff-owned social enterprise, rated Good by the CQC, providing NHS community services across east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We are looking for people who share our values: First-rate care, First-rate people, First-rate value.
Recognised as one of the country's leading community healthcare employers in the 2025 NHS Staff Survey, First Community offers a supportive workplace where everyone has a voice and opportunities to develop their full potential.
We offer: NHS terms and conditions, excellent training and development, flexible working, NHS pension, flexible retirement options, and a range of employee benefits.
If you need flexibility, please talk to us when you apply or at interview. We will consider all requests carefully and accommodate them where possible, depending on the role.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, and candidates with disabilities. We are committed to fair recruitment, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
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Job description Job responsibilities
This post involves the provision of diagnostic and rehabilitative Audiology services, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to encompass an Audiology service for all ages.
As a member of the team the post holder will contribute to the smooth & efficient running of the Audiology Department.
The post holder will be responsible for a caseload of adult patients.
The post holder will assist with the training of trainee Audiology staff.
When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description & Person Specification - these can be found under supporting documents.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience of working within an Audiology service Experience in a wide range of clinical Audiology areas
Desirable
Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and liaison between acute and community services Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting and liaison between acute and community services
Other Essential
Understands principles of equality and Diversity
Desirable
Access to a car Works well under pressure
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of NHS and non NHS hearing aids Evidence of Continual Professional Development through approved courses and other relevant activities
Desirable
Awareness of current issues in Audiology Knowledge of AQP and non AQP contract requirements.
Skills Essential
Self motivated and able to motivate staff and patients Comprehensive IT skills Confident and caring approach Knowledge of NHS and non NHS hearing aids Experience in Audiological diagnostic testing Sound knowledge of rehabilitation techniques for the hearing impaired using the latest digital technology Verification of fittings using REM Excellent written and oral communication skills Problem solving skills Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy
Desirable
Demonstrable clinical experience in one or more of: balance, tinnitus or wax removal Good organisational skills Good working knowledge of Auditbase
Qualifications Essential
BSc Audiology or equivalent RCCP/AHCS registration Evidence of Continual Professional Development through approved courses and other relevant activities
Desirable
BAA membership
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.
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 First Community Health and Care
Address Sussex Community Nhs Foundation Trust
Crawley Hospital
West Green Drive
CRAWLEY
West Sussex
RH11 7DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.firstcommunityhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)