Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Trainee Audiologist - Apprenticeship

The closing date is 07 September 2025

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Job summary

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.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

22 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9817

Job locations

Basildon Hospital with work at Thurrock CDC

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL


Job description

Job 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.

Job description

Job 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

  • 3 A levels (BBB) including Science or T level/BTEC L3 (see PS)

Desirable

  • Degree in Science Subject
  • Deaf awareness training

Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience working in public facing role

Desirable

  • Experience working in Audiology or setting with people with hearing loss
  • Experience working in health sector

Eligibilty

Essential

  • Supporting information demonstrates that applicant meets the Apprenticeship Eligibility Criteria
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 3 A levels (BBB) including Science or T level/BTEC L3 (see PS)

Desirable

  • Degree in Science Subject
  • Deaf awareness training

Knowledge

Essential

  • Experience working in public facing role

Desirable

  • Experience working in Audiology or setting with people with hearing loss
  • Experience working in health sector

Eligibilty

Essential

  • Supporting information demonstrates that applicant meets the Apprenticeship Eligibility Criteria

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).

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon Hospital with work at Thurrock CDC

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon Hospital with work at Thurrock CDC

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Audiology Service Manager (Basildon)

Karen Abbott

karen.abbott4@nhs.net

03004432722

Details

Date posted

22 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BA-9817

Job locations

Basildon Hospital with work at Thurrock CDC

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL


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