Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Newborn hearing Screener

The closing date is 20 November 2025

Job summary

*The successful post holder will be required to complete the Level 3 Diploma in Health Carewithin two years of starting the role*

This is a lovely and rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with babies and supporting families. As a Newborn Hearing Screener, you'll be part of the maternity team, carrying out hearing checks to help identify any potential hearing issues early on. You'll talk with parents, explain the process clearly, gain consent, and make sure results are recorded accurately.

The role needs someone who's calm, caring, and pays attention to detail. You'll work on the postnatal ward and in outpatient clinics, supported by a friendly team that's dedicated to giving babies the best start and families a positive experience.

Main duties of the job

If you're caring, reliable, and love working with babies and families, this could be the perfect role for you. As a Newborn Hearing Screener, you'll be part of a friendly, supportive team helping to give every baby the best possible start in life.

You'll carry out hearing checks for newborns on the postnatal ward, neonatal unit, and in outpatient clinics, following national standards and local guidelines. You'll talk with parents, explain the screening process clearly, gain consent, and record results accurately and sensitively.

Working closely with the maternity and audiology teams, you'll help make sure every baby is screened within the national timeframe. Above all, you'll bring a calm, kind, and reassuring presence to families at a very special time in their lives.

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.

Date posted

14 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

390-WAC-BA-7377

Job locations

Basildon

Nether Mayne

SS16 5NL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out newborn hearing screening on the postnatal ward, neonatal unit, and in outpatient clinics, helping to identify potential hearing concerns early so babies can get the right support from the start.
Greet families warmly and explain the screening process clearly, making sure parents understand what will happen and feel comfortable giving their consent.
Handle babies gently and safely, ensuring they are calm, comfortable, and secure throughout the screening.
Record results accurately using the Smart4Hearing system, keeping information confidential and ensuring all data is entered correctly and on time.
Arrange and follow up re-screening appointments for babies who need them, ensuring every child is seen within the required timeframe.
Work closely with the maternity, neonatal, and audiology teams to make sure all eligible babies are screened before discharge or invited back for follow-up.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Carry out newborn hearing screening on the postnatal ward, neonatal unit, and in outpatient clinics, helping to identify potential hearing concerns early so babies can get the right support from the start.
Greet families warmly and explain the screening process clearly, making sure parents understand what will happen and feel comfortable giving their consent.
Handle babies gently and safely, ensuring they are calm, comfortable, and secure throughout the screening.
Record results accurately using the Smart4Hearing system, keeping information confidential and ensuring all data is entered correctly and on time.
Arrange and follow up re-screening appointments for babies who need them, ensuring every child is seen within the required timeframe.
Work closely with the maternity, neonatal, and audiology teams to make sure all eligible babies are screened before discharge or invited back for follow-up.

Person Specification

Educational background

Essential

GCSE english & maths at at least C grade

Desirable

Qualified newborn hearing screener

Healthcare experience

Essential

Understanding of the newborn hearing screening programme

Desirable

Previous experience in healthcare

Person Specification

Educational background

Essential

GCSE english & maths at at least C grade

Desirable

Qualified newborn hearing screener

Healthcare experience

Essential

Understanding of the newborn hearing screening programme

Desirable

Previous experience in healthcare

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nether Mayne

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

Nether Mayne

SS16 5NL

Employer's website

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