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Barts Health NHS Trust Senior Audiologist

The closing date is 09 November 2026

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Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and committed Audiologist to work in our friendly team for one year, to cover maternity leave. You will be working at our Audiology site at Whipps Cross University Hospital in Leytonstone. The department provides comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative Audiology services to an extensive population covering Waltham Forest and Redbridge London boroughs.

This position will be based in the adult audiology department and the suitable candidate will have to have at least 1 years' experience working as a band 5 Audiologist.

Qualifications required are BSc in Audiology (or equivalent).

For further information please contact Chantel Orotayo, Team Lead Audiologist.

Whipps Cross University NHS Hospital NHS Trust Tel number: 0208 535 6686.

Main duties of the job

o To provide independent diagnostic Audiological testing of adults and children, to be responsible for the safe use and calibration of equipment and ensuring accurate records are maintained.

o To provide a comprehensive independent hearing aid service to adults and children including determining care plans for individual patients, and involving carers and families as appropriate.

o To take an active role in areas of clinical audit, research and clinical governance for the Audiology service, which may include designing and completing audits within own field, participating in data collection for larger projects, and contributing to the development of evidence based protocols.

o To plan and prioritise elements of own workload, within the framework of service delivery priorities as defined by the line manager, and supervise the work of trainees/students and volunteers, as required.

o To be responsible for the smooth running of a specified area of the audiology service, to be determined.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year per annum inc.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

259-8407233RLH

Job locations

Whipps Cross Hospital

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• At least one year's experience as a band 5 Audiologist
• Experience of working within the NHS

Desirable

• Small area of responsibility within audiology and/or general administration

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Audiology or BTEC qualification in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement &
• Successfully completed both parts of the professional examination, BAAT I and II
• MSc in Audiological Science with the Certificate of Clinical Competence (or equivalent)
• Registered/Eligible for Voluntary registration with AHCS/HCPC

Desirable

• Membership of BAA and/or BSA

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of CPD
• Deaf Awareness

Desirable

• British Sign Language

Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise, innovate & work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Good IT skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Audiological test procedures
• Regular attendance & good time keeping in the workplace
• An enquiring interest in Audiology
• A commitment to offer only a high quality service

Desirable

• Holds a full UK Driving licence and owns a car

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• At least one year's experience as a band 5 Audiologist
• Experience of working within the NHS

Desirable

• Small area of responsibility within audiology and/or general administration

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Audiology or BTEC qualification in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement &
• Successfully completed both parts of the professional examination, BAAT I and II
• MSc in Audiological Science with the Certificate of Clinical Competence (or equivalent)
• Registered/Eligible for Voluntary registration with AHCS/HCPC

Desirable

• Membership of BAA and/or BSA

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of CPD
• Deaf Awareness

Desirable

• British Sign Language

Skills

Essential

• Ability to prioritise, innovate & work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Good IT skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Audiological test procedures
• Regular attendance & good time keeping in the workplace
• An enquiring interest in Audiology
• A commitment to offer only a high quality service

Desirable

• Holds a full UK Driving licence and owns a car

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross Hospital

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross Hospital

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Team Lead Audiologist

Chantel Orotayo

[email protected]

02085356686

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£45,953 to £54,254 a year per annum inc.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

259-8407233RLH

Job locations

Whipps Cross Hospital

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

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