Job summary
- Main area
- Audiology
- Grade
- Band 5 (annex 21)
- Contract
- 3 years (Level 6 Healthcare Science Practitioner Apprenticeship (Integrated Degree – Audiology Pathway))
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 390-CSS-BA-9817
- Employer
- Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Basildon Hospital with work at Thurrock CDC
- Town
- Basildon
- Salary
- £31,049 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 07/09/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Trainee Audiologist - Apprenticeship
Band 5 (annex 21)
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.
Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.
We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.
Job overview
Are you looking to start an exciting career in healthcare science? Are you an excellent communicator with a strong interest in science? If so, this apprenticeship post could be for you!
We are offering to pay a salary and fund your learning as you work towards gaining a degree in Audiology with Middlesex University. The programme lasts for 3 years and you will have the support of your Manager, the department’s training lead and your colleagues. Your learning will include a blend of theory and practice and will involve both university and self-directed learning.
Once successfully qualified, you are guaranteed a Band 5 post.
For the duration of the 3 year training programme, apprentices will be paid at NHS band 5 (annex 21) pay scale:
Year 1: 65% of the pay band maximum of band 5
Year 2: 70% of the pay band maximum of band 5
Year 3: 75% of the pay band maximum of band 5
Main duties of the job
This role is a training position, split across clinical delivery, on-site and off-site learning at Middlesex University. The will involve training at the Basildon and Orsett Hospital as well as training at the various MSE Audiology sites and attending University to complete the academic aspects of the role.
You will support and assist members of the multidisciplinary team in providing high-quality patient-centred Audiology care for patients, relatives and carers within an outpatient setting.
You will ensure patient safety is maintained and patient experience is positive by treating all patients, relatives, carers and colleagues with respect, dignity and courtesy in accordance with the values of our Trust and the NHS Constitution.
The role requires full engagement in all aspects of the apprenticeship, including all elements of theory and practice and all tri-partite reviews. The post holder will be required to attend University and must adhere to all University deadlines for submission of work. You will be required to maintain records of all ‘on the job’ learning.
Working for our organisation
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting apprentice role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications, so early applications are encouraged.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- 3 A levels (BBB) including Science or T level/BTEC L3 (see PS)
Desirable criteria
- Degree in Science Subject
- Deaf awareness training
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Experience working in public facing role
Desirable criteria
- Experience working in Audiology or setting with people with hearing loss
- Experience working in health sector
Eligibilty
Essential criteria
- Supporting information demonstrates that applicant meets the Apprenticeship Eligibility Criteria
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Karen Abbott
- Job title
- Audiology Service Manager (Basildon)
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0300 443 2722
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