Job summary
Make a Difference from Day One

Are you passionate about providing excellent care for babies and their families? We are looking for a caring, motivated and organised individual to join our Newborn Hearing Screening Programme as a Newborn Hearing Screener.

This rewarding role gives you the opportunity to identify babies who may have a hearing loss at the earliest possible stage, helping ensure they receive the support they need to thrive.

Previous healthcare experience is desirable but not essential as comprehensive training will be provided.

Why Join Us?
Every day, you will play a vital role in giving babies the best possible start in life. By helping identify hearing concerns early, you will contribute to improved outcomes for children and families across our communities.

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate and committed to delivering high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help make a difference from day one.

Main duties of the job
As a Newborn Hearing Screener, you will:

• Perform hearing screening tests for newborn babies in hospital and community settings.
• Explain the screening process and results to parents in a sensitive and reassuring manner.
• Maintain accurate patient records and screening data.
• Follow national screening standards and local protocols.
• Work closely with maternity, neonatal, audiology and administrative teams.
• Promote a positive experience for families during the screening process.

About You
We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident working independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates compassion and empathy when working with families.
• Has good organisational and IT skills.
• Pays close attention to detail and can follow procedures accurately.
• Is flexible and able to work across different clinical locations.

About us
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

Job responsibilities
***Please see the attached supporting document/s (JD) which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure any supporting statements align with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Good general education to GCSE level A-C or equivalent in English, Maths and IT as a minimum
• Health Screener Diploma Level 3 or willingness to complete

Desirable

• Health and Social care related NVQ at Level 2 or higher
• Has completed Newborn hearing screening training and obtained an OSCE Certificate or ECA Certificate

Experience
Essential

• Experience of dealing with a wide diversity of people

Desirable

• Experience of working in a hospital environment
• Baby handling skills

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Good IT skills, including email, Internet and Microsoft software.
• Ability to work Independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain records to a high standard of completeness and accuracy
• Ability to manage time, priorities and stressful situations
• Caring and flexible approach
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to the KRFT values

Desirable

• Previous experience of patient management systems

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of Hearing and Hearing loss
• Knowledge of the purpose of a screening programme
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development or willingness to

Desirable

• Knowledge of the safeguarding process and child protection procedures
• Knowledge of confidentiality and data protection

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.

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.