Specialist Audiologist

Join to apply for the Specialist Audiologist role at Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for experienced applicants, educated to degree level with an audiology qualification. This is a unique opportunity for individuals with a specialist interest in providing hearing assessments and rehabilitation for adults and children of all developmental ages, from newborn to school‑leaving age. The successful applicants will join a multidisciplinary team including extended‑scope Audiologists, Clinical Scientists, Newborn Hearing Screeners, clinical nurse specialists, voice therapists, and ENT specialists to deliver a full range of specialist‑level services to the local population of approximately 360,000. Traveling may be required; a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle would be desirable. Location of clinics: Kingston, Roehampton, Woking, Redhill, Aldershot, Surbiton. The department is accredited under the Improving Quality in Physiological Measurement Services (IQIPS) programme and delivers the full scope of routine and complex paediatric and adult services. The dedicated team of fourteen highly qualified and experienced Audiology practitioners provides the highest standards of care and, as an accredited training centre, enjoys strong links with higher education providers and active participation in the South West London Clinical Networks. In order to be considered for these posts you must be registered with (or eligible to be registered with) the AHCS (or equivalent) and be eligible to work in the U.K. Support will be given to ensure the successful candidates continue their professional development. Responsibilities and Key Activities Provide hearing assessments and rehabilitation services to adults and children. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to deliver comprehensive care. Travel to clinics across the listed locations. Qualifications Familiar with service provision in the UK and current developments and issues. Experienced working at a high level of autonomy and operate effectively within a team. Able to demonstrate a flexible, adaptable approach and an ability to exercise good judgement based on up‑to‑date knowledge and experience. Trust Values Compassionate: We treat everyone with kindness, understanding, empathy, compassion. We care for everyone’s confidentiality and privacy, valuing their dignity. We listen to understand other people’s viewpoints, needs, experiences, and ideas. We are open to and seek out feedback, remaining impartial and open‑minded. Inclusive: We are respectful, fair, unbiased and open, embracing everyone’s unique contribution. We are approachable, welcoming, and encouraging. We embrace diversity and recognise people’s different needs and contributions and build trusting relationships. We communicate clearly, are transparent, and provide constructive feedback. We are open about challenges and decisions and speak up about concerns. Collaborative: We work together across teams and with our partners, being helpful, positive, and supportive. We are attentive and responsive to others’ needs – we do what we say we will. We prioritise wellbeing and speak up when we see something that isn’t right or safe. We proactively share information, knowledge, and signpost additional resources. Inspiring: We strive for the best for patients, staff, and partners and are always learning and improving. We view the patient as a whole person and involve them in their care. We act with integrity, are committed, and learn from mistakes, sharing along the way. We are accountable for delivery and hold others to account too. Contact Information James Doran, Audiology Team Leader, Email: james.doran@nhs.net, Tel: 07392 126270 Kim Archary, Audiology Team Leader, Tel: 07392 126271, Email: kim.archary@nhs.net Clare Beak, Audiology Team Leader, Tel: 07392 126269, Email: c.beak@nhs.net #J-18808-Ljbffr