Apprentice Associate Audiologist

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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Job summary

An exciting developmental role opportunity has arisen within the Audiology Department. The Audiology Associate Apprentice will work towards progression into the post of Associate Audiologist through successful completion of the Audiology Apprenticeship (Level 4) at De Montfort University. This programme usually takes 18 months to complete during which you will be participating in training, development and on-going review activities.

At the end of the programme, the Audiology Associate apprentice will be equipped with the knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes and behaviours relevant to employment as an Associate Audiologist, which is a clinical role enabling service delivery within the Audiology service.

Can be any age post full-time education (16+)
Cannot already be on an Apprenticeship or any Government funded training,
Cannot have a qualification at the same or higher level in the same vocational area. There needs to be significant new learning.
Has been a UK resident for 3 or more years.

Meets the eligible and valid residency status and permission to work in the UK criteria in Annex A of the linked funding document: 2223_Employer_Rules_Version_1_Final.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk)

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will work as part of the Audiology team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The post holder will be part of the daily duties performed within the Audiology service including the maintenance of hearing aids for all patients attending the audiology department. The post holder will attend face to face and online classes for theory of audiology training and practical teaching will occur within the Audiology team as part of routine clinics.

About us

Within Audiology we believe strongly in delivering high quality care and have a dedicated, friendly and helpful team. We work closely with multiagency organisations which is key to giving our patients the best care.

It is important that we provide a professional and efficient service.

Residential accommodation is provided at SATH by a local Housing Group Rooftops. The accommodation is fully furnished and within easy reachof the town centre, local schools, supermarkets and leisure facilities. Other existing Audiology staff live locally or commute to Shropshire fromacross the West Midlands.

Date posted

13 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£19,317 to £20,697 a year Training rate raises to £25147 when qualified 2023/24

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-AAG-300

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

GCSE English, Maths, Science grade A-C / 4-9 or equivalent
A level / BTEC in Science, Access to Science course

Desirable

Previous experience working in Healthcare setting
Excellent written communication skills

Clinical and Professional

Essential

Good IT skills
Experience using Microsoft software

Desirable

Significant experience working with Deaf or Hard of Hearing People

Planning and Organisational

Essential

Ability to undertake online learning, plan and schedule own study time

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

GCSE English, Maths, Science grade A-C / 4-9 or equivalent
A level / BTEC in Science, Access to Science course

Desirable

Previous experience working in Healthcare setting
Excellent written communication skills

Clinical and Professional

Essential

Good IT skills
Experience using Microsoft software

Desirable

Significant experience working with Deaf or Hard of Hearing People

Planning and Organisational

Essential

Ability to undertake online learning, plan and schedule own study time

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).

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