Audiologist

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Audiologist The closing date is 22 January 2026 We are seeking to appoint two Specialist Audiologists to join our busy and friendly team. There are two permanent positions available, both roles are mixed adult and paediatric specialist audiology roles. Position one: Full time FTE 37.5 hours per week Position two: Part time 0.7 FTE 26.25 hours per week You will need to be a well‑motivated, enthusiastic, qualified and registered audiologist. We are an innovative department, providing a comprehensive audiology service. You will join a highly motivated team, committed to providing a high quality service. Main duties of the job Main duties will be in the assessment and (re)habilitation of children and adults with hearing difficulties, on both complex and routine pathways. You must have excellent communication skills with adults, children and parents, and have a desire to find creative and effective solutions for patients with a variety of hearing problems. You will be a competent practitioner and able to work without supervision in the main department and at community clinics. You will be expected to develop specialist expertise although training will be given. We are a training department and you would be expected to contribute to training junior staff and HTS, PTP and STP trainees. Applications from new graduates are welcomed as this post offers a great opportunity to consolidate and develop your skills. CUH Audiology is an experienced training centre and you will be mentored and encouraged at this key stage of your career. You will ideally have an STP in Audiology or equivalent. HCPC/AHCS registration is expected. About us Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high‑quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: applied for a Graduate visa or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 22nd January 2026 Interviews are due to be held on 30th January 2026 Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals? Our values and reputation for outstanding care Opportunities to experience a range of specialities Career and development opportunities Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team Research experience and opportunities Lovely location and quality of life Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air) Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on‑site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose‑created colleague‑only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work‑life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part‑time working, job‑share, term‑time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. Person Specification Qualifications MSc in Audiology or equivalent (or assessed study in Adult Rehabilitation Audiology at M‑level) State registration (or working towards this if not yet eligible) Experience Extensive experience in general audiology post‑qualification Significant specialist experience in adult rehabilitation. Significant experience in paediatric Audiology Experience in audit and service development Evidence of autonomous and unsupervised working Experience with complex adult rehabilitation caseload eg unilateral hearing loss, severe/profound hearing loss, tinnitus Knowledge In‑depth working knowledge of relevant national standards, policies, professional recommendations and guidelines Detailed knowledge of hearing aids and their processing strategies and other relevant new technologies Skills Advanced skills in adult and paediatric auditory rehabilitation and specialist tests of hearing function Computer‑literate, with good keyboard skills Ability to extract clinical information from and communicate complex technical explanations to patients and carers. Ability and willingness to lead, offer opinions and direction in an effective team‑spirited manner Advanced research skills Additional Requirements The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. 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. Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr