Job summary
Exciting opportunity to enter the Audiology career pathway as an Assistant Audiology Practitioner. You will be joining a diverse and friendly team of audiologists, clinical scientists, administration support, and management, who are all focused on providing the best possible service to our patients. The job involves direct contact with patients. The post-holders will work closely with students, associate, audiologists and more senior staff to ensure that a consistently high-quality clinical service is provided.

Main duties of the job
This is a varied role, and you will be working towards supporting adults with hearing aids, carrying out hearing aid servicing and maintenance, some hearing rehabilitation and advice, taking ear impressions, postal repairs and batteries working closely with the other Assistant Audiology Practitioners, and supporting the senior team assisting in routine and complex clinics.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details
Date posted: 15 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 349-MRI-8204103-RL4
Closing date: 22 October 2026

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE English and Maths
• Desirable: GCSE Science Subjects (or equivalent)
• Desirable: Audiology Practitioner Assistance course

Experience and Knowledge

• Essential: Dealing with the public in a face to face role
• Essential: Basic understanding of hearing loss.
• Essential: Basic understanding of the anatomy of the ear
• Desirable: Working in a healthcare environment (NHS)
• Desirable: Able to programme hearing aids using Audiology PMS systems
• Desirable: Hearing physiology and anatomy
• Desirable: Hearing aids and other communication devices

Other

• Essential: Ability to deal with distressed or aggressive people
• Desirable: Full UK driving license or means to travel between sites

Skills

• Essential: Effective Communication
• Essential: Computer literacy
• Essential: Ability to write concise and clear information
• Desirable: Proven communication skills - leading groups, speaking at meetings etc.
• Desirable: Report writing
• Desirable: Experience of patient management systems

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.

Diversity Matters: MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.

How to apply
Apply through our website.