Newborn Hearing Screener
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
London, E9 6SR
Salary
£31,554 to £33,270
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
16 September 2026
11 days left
Job description
Newborn Hearing Screening Programme is seeking highly enthusiastic, organised and methodical individuals to join our very busy and thriving screening ...
- The post holder will act under the leadership and management of the NHSP Local Manager and be responsible for carrying out hearing screening on babies in both inpatient and outpatient settings as required.
- The post holder will also have shared responsibility in ensuring the recording, collection and data quality of all patient data for the service.
- The post holder will carry out the necessary administrative tasks associated with the patient journey.
- The post holder will be expected to work as part of a team, altering working patterns to accommodate the changing needs of the service, across 7 days a week, 365 days a year with regular working during weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), bank and public holidays including on Christmas day.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Education
Essential
- GCSE passes (A-C) English and Maths or equivalent
Desirable
- NNEB/BTEC/NVQ in childcare or any other childcare related qualification
Other requirements
Essential
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Ongoing commitment to the role and support to the service
- Understanding of the Trust values
Experience
Essential
- Working with babies 0 - 3 months old in a hospital or nursery setting
- Demonstrable experience of setting up and maintaining accurate records
- Proven experience of working and communicating with the general public
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of equal opportunities and the importance of working within a culturally diverse environment
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
Desirable
- An awareness of the effects of hearing problems in children
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team and to work to a high standard without constant instruction or supervision
- Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload
- Competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to relate in a sensitive manner to vulnerable clients
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
4 September 2026
Last checked
5 September 2026
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