audiologist Milton Keynes, England
Job description
Introducing Hidden Hearing’s
Hearing Aid Dispenser Integrated Apprenticeship
A fantastic opportunity to become a
Hearing Aid Dispenser & earn while you train
Once qualified you can expect an OTE package in excess of £55,000
The start date for our next trainee programme is
9th October 2023.
Our 15-month apprenticeship operates through a block release schedule from our training centre in Buxton, Derbyshire and provides eligibility to apply to the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to register as a Hearing Aid Dispenser, as one of the key milestones.
We are currently recruiting apprentices to join our Hearing Aid Dispenser Level-5 Integrated Apprenticeship. This work-based programme provides guaranteed employment as a Hearing Aid Dispenser with Hidden Hearing upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship.
As a Trainee HAD, you will receive:
- A basic starting salary of £21,400 (plus London weighting allowance in and around the M25) increasing on HCPC registration to £35,297 basic with Commission and Bonus (OTE £55k+)
- Fully funded training
- Company car or car allowance (after achieving pre-reg status at ~35 weeks)
- Accommodation for residential weeks, allowance to contribute towards travel and meals
- 20 days holiday (cannot be taken during the residential training) increasing to 25+BHs on registration.
As a company we are proud to have consistently high levels of employee engagement. We care about our employee’s well-being and work–life balance and are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. We offer high-quality training and development opportunities and plenty of peer and management support and are also proud to hold a silver Investors in People award.
Why choose Hidden Hearing?
- You will qualify with a Level-5 Apprenticeship as a Hearing Aid Dispenser.
- The education programme lasts 15 months and is delivered in block release segments at the Hidden Hearing dedicated Academy. You will become eligible to apply for HCPC Registration as a milestone on your apprenticeship journey.
- When on-site at our Academy, and when away from home, during your apprenticeship, you will be provided with private residential accommodation at no cost to you, together with allowances for food, drinks and travel.
- We are the only employer that can offer apprentices the opportunity to join us, train with us and have a new and exciting career opportunity, without the need to attend university or college.
- You will learn together with a group of colleagues who are all developing their new career with you, and together you’ll form a strong professional team bond and make friends for life.
- You will be trained by approved instructors who are experienced members of the Hearingcare profession, holding either HCPC registration or British Society of Audiology Certification.
- You will be supported by a HCPC registered Hearing Aid Dispenser throughout your apprenticeship and given all the equipment you need to do a great job.
- You will feel our values of Trust, Teamwork, Innovation and a ‘Can Do Attitude’ from the moment you join the programme – all ingredients for your own success.
- After your first 11 week training block you will start working as an Assistant Practitioner supporting our existing hearing impaired client base with a range of services.
- We are specialist Hearing Care providers who focus 100% of our time, resources and attention to make a life changing difference to people living with hearing loss.
- We are not a franchised business, every employee and location is 100% funded and fully supported by Hidden Hearing and Demant
What do our Hearing Aid Dispensers do?
- Conduct hearing assessments in accordance with regulatory guidelines and best practice.
- Advise on and sell suitable remedial hearing solutions.
- Support patients through their rehabilitation to ensure the best results possible.
- Provide high quality, industry-leading levels of service and care for our patients.
What qualifications/skills and experience will I need to become a Trainee Hearing Aid Dispenser with Hidden Hearing?
- A minimum of 4 GCSE passes in grades A-C/ 9-4 or equivalent which must include Maths, English and Science. Good literacy and numeracy skills are an essential requirement for the programme and the role. (Please note that if English is not your first language you will need an IELTS Level 7 in speaking, writing and reading (with no level below 6.5). This is a HCPC registration requirement).
- Excellent Communication Skills - You will have excellent communication skills, a warm, friendly personality with the ability to empathise with patients who have a hearing loss.
- Sales experience/Commerciality/Be able to evidence working to targets An essential job requirement as your ultimate success as a Hearing Aid Dispenser will be based on the generation of leads, sales revenue and conversion. Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate an ability to work to targets.
- IT Skills - You will need to be confident with IT, with a good working knowledge of MS Windows systems including Outlook and an ability to pick up new software packages quickly as this is an essential requirement of the role.
- UK driving licence – In order to apply you must have a full and current UK driving licence and access to a car for the training period.
- You must also be able to commit to a 60-week training course, a proportion of this will involve being residential (Monday PM to Thursday PM) for two blocks of 10-11 weeks at Hidden Hearing’s training facility in Buxton, Derbyshire.
- At other times you will need to drive to other locations in and around your area, initially using your own vehicle.
- Be available to start on 2nd October 2023 with no planned holidays during residential periods.
- A stable high speed wifi connection and a space to work without distractions for times when you are not at our training centre.
- You will also need access to a car for the period before your company car will be available to you at 35 weeks.
In addition, applicants should be able to demonstrate evidence of:
· Potential to succeed on the programme, evidenced by a combination of work, life and prior educational experience
· Understanding of and commitment to the subject-area and the programme
· Preparedness for the demands that the course will place upon them
Please note that the role of Hearing Aid Dispenser is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check
Our Mission
With 200 hearing healthcare professionals and 80 branches Hidden Hearing is one of the largest providers of independent hearing care in the UK. Our mission is to make a life changing difference to people living with hearing loss and we do this primarily through the retail sale of hearing aids and the provision of premium customer aftercare and rehabilitation services.
What will I earn once I’m qualified and registered?
- Competitive basic salary £35,297
- Commission (OTE £55k)
- Sales bonus package
- Company Car
- (Pension, Private Health Insurance (12m qualifying period), 25 days holiday plus BH’s)
Selection Process: Will take place during July and August 2023 – please note that whilst most of the selection process will take place online, you will need to attend a face to face interview and will also be invited to attend our Buxton training centre for a day at the end of August 2023
Training Start Date: 9th October 2023
INDHP
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Salary: £21,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 02/10/2023
