Job summary The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition. We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable Chief Paediatric Audiologist on a fixed term or secondment basis for 12 months to join our caring and progressive team in multiple sites across Kent. You will work as part of a close-knit team who are dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Kent. Main duties of the job You will work closely with the people who use our services, families, friends and carers and play an important contribution in how people experience our services. You are expected to have a key leadershiprole, acting as a role model for others. You will: Use your clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the people using our services as safe as possible. Lead a culture of continuous improvement , reflecting on everyday practice on self and of teams, to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made and take recommendations through to the appropriate forum. Manage and delegate a range of services to meet targeted needs of individuals and families. Contribute to the implementation of the Clinical Governance agenda including Clinical Audit, management of Key performance indicators (KPIs) and relevant performance targets. Encourage the team to learn from adverse and positive events or to respond to data analysis from audits or benchmarking exercises. Implement any actions and initiatives which aim to improveclinical outcomes. Act as an expert role model, facilitating and supporting the delivery of effective care by use ofclinical reasoning and decision making skills, in line with best practice. About us Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both See where you can go with KCHFTcareer pathways Details Date posted 23 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 846-7215604-UJ Job locations Sevenoaks Hospital/ Gravesham Communtiy Hospital/ Heathside Centre/ Orchards Sevenoaks/Gravesend/Maidstone/Sittingbourne TN13 3PG Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team viakentchft.recruitment@nhs.netquoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community differencehere. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity. Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. As such you will be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role to be able to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment, if you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team viakentchft.recruitment@nhs.netquoting the vacancy reference number so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community differencehere. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or MSc or equivalent in Audiology Registered health care professional (HCPC or AHCS) Evidence of post graduate training and maintaining CPD Desirable Management of supervisory qualification/programme of study Experience Essential Experience working in a Paediatric Audiology Service including managing complex caseloads Experience of leading and managing teams Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management. Desirable Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / Eroster/ TAPS/ CIS Knowledge Essential Demonstrate a deep knowledge and understanding of nationally and locally set Audiology processes Skills & Attributes Essential Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups and work effectively with a variety of people. Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change. Knowledge Essential Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations. Implement and lead change Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or MSc or equivalent in Audiology Registered health care professional (HCPC or AHCS) Evidence of post graduate training and maintaining CPD Desirable Management of supervisory qualification/programme of study Experience Essential Experience working in a Paediatric Audiology Service including managing complex caseloads Experience of leading and managing teams Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management. Desirable Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / Eroster/ TAPS/ CIS Knowledge Essential Demonstrate a deep knowledge and understanding of nationally and locally set Audiology processes Skills & Attributes Essential Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups and work effectively with a variety of people. Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice. Ability to manage and lead change. Knowledge Essential Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries including statutory organisations, external agencies, community and voluntary organisations. Implement and lead change 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Sevenoaks Hospital/ Gravesham Communtiy Hospital/ Heathside Centre/ Orchards Sevenoaks/Gravesend/Maidstone/Sittingbourne TN13 3PG Employer's website https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Sevenoaks Hospital/ Gravesham Communtiy Hospital/ Heathside Centre/ Orchards Sevenoaks/Gravesend/Maidstone/Sittingbourne TN13 3PG Employer's website https://www.kentcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Sevenoaks Hospital/ Gravesham Communtiy Hospital/ Heathside Centre/ Orchards, TN13 3PG Sevenoaks/Gravesend/Maidstone/Sittingbourne, United Kingdom