Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Audiology Graduate Apprentice
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Audiology Graduate Apprentice
NHS Band 2 Audiology Degree Apprenticeship – Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
About Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub, the Queen Alexandra Hospital, is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast, employing over 8,700 staff.
Our patients come from all walks of life, and so do we. We hire great people from diverse backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for delivering outstanding care to patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home here.
Job Description
- Position: Audiology Degree Apprenticeship (BSc (Hons), tuition fee free)
- Salary: £25,272 per annum (NHS Band 2)
- Hours per Week: 37.5
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Duration: 4 years
- Outcome: Guaranteed NHS Band 5 position upon graduation
Role Overview
This is a unique opportunity to earn while you learn through a degree-qualifying apprenticeship in Audiology. If you’ve ever dreamed of studying for a degree while gaining practical experience, this is your chance.
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Key Responsibilities
As the successful applicant, you will:
- Gain foundational audiology skills, progressing to:
- Assessment and fitting of hearing aids
- Conducting patient consultations
- Delivering audiological interventions in outpatient clinics (under supervision before developing independence)
- Study at university while working clinically within our Audiology department
- Attend residential courses (funded by the Trust)
- Develop competence across areas such as paediatrics, vestibular rehabilitation, and tinnitus management
- Become an autonomous clinician after qualifying
Progression & Career Development The trust offers varied work in paediatric audiology, vestibular testing, and tinnitus support. Upon completion, you’ll receive a guaranteed Band 5 post in our Audiology department.
Requirements
Academic Entry Criteria
An enthusiastic applicant must have:
- Two A Levels (or equivalent)
- One of which must be a science subject (preference given to Biology)
- GCSE Maths and English:
- At least a Grade 4 (C) or above
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Benefits
We’re dedicated to staff health and wellbeing, and we offer:
- On-site Nursery for convenience and support
- Free Beach Hut access for summer use
- On-site Wellness Centre (gym, swimming pool)
- Supportive staff networks for:
- LGBTQ+
- Race Equality
- Disability
- Achievement recognition through awards and token programmes
- A reputation for flexible, inclusive, and welcoming workplaces
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
We celebrate the unique perspectives you bring in relation to:
- Education, nationality, ethnicity, and culture
- Gender identity and expression
- Age, language, veteran status, colour, religion, disability
- Sexual orientation and beliefs
See our People and OD Strategy 2026 for more details.
Enquiries & Next Steps
For further information, contact Emma Godwin, Audiology Training Lead: 📧 [email protected]
Full details are available in the enclosed job description.
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