Job summary
As part of the team delivering the hearing screening service across Cardiff & Vale, to work under supervision of the lead of paediatric community audiology, performing hearing tests on young children in schools. To liaise with health and education service in planning and scheduling own workloads and timetables, with the aim to achieve equity of health outcomes, following the Health Child Wales Programme (HCWP).
Main duties of the job
Please see the job description and Personal specification for the main duties of the job.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Work efficiently and confidently as an indirectly supervised practitioner guided by standard policies and procedures to screen and monitor children's hearing in schools
Develop and maintain the knowledge and skills required to perform, record and report hearing tests safely and accurately.
Perform hearing screening tests and audiometry to ensure child is managed appropriately
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English or equivalent Science qualification to NVQ III or equivalent
- Knowledge of admin procedures plus general education to NVQ III level equivalent
- Or IT qualification to NVQ III or equivalent
Desirable
- Knowledge of Audiology and Audiological procedures to NVQ III or equivalent
- A level in a science subject or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people.
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work as part of team
- Ability to communicate confidently with colleagues at all levels
- Friendly approachable manner
- Willingness to learn
Desirable
- Experience of working in school health/ education.
Special Knowleddge
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- A good level of interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrates a committed and caring attitude.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English or equivalent Science qualification to NVQ III or equivalent
- Knowledge of admin procedures plus general education to NVQ III level equivalent
- Or IT qualification to NVQ III or equivalent
Desirable
- Knowledge of Audiology and Audiological procedures to NVQ III or equivalent
- A level in a science subject or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people.
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to work as part of team
- Ability to communicate confidently with colleagues at all levels
- Friendly approachable manner
- Willingness to learn
Desirable
- Experience of working in school health/ education.
Special Knowleddge
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- A good level of interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrates a committed and caring attitude.
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area.
- Able to work hours flexibly
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.
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
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).
