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With over 20 years in the healthcare recruitment market, we have supported Audiology professionals across the UK in securing rewarding roles within the NHS and private sectors. As a leading specialist in Allied Health Professionals (AHP) staffing, Your World Healthcare connects expert Audiologists with the country’s most prestigious clinical settings, ensuring every placement aligns with both professional ambition and patient care excellence.
The following table outlines the NHS Agenda for Change (AfC) pay scales for Audiologists in England, effective from April 2026. These figures represent the standard framework for clinical practitioners within the public sector.
| AfC | Experience Level | 2026/27 Annual Salary |
| Band 5 | Newly Qualified | £30,401 — £37,003 |
| Band 6 | Specialist | £37,905 — £45,765 |
| Band 7 | Highly Specialist / Lead | £46,805 — £53,302 |
| Band 8a | Principal / Service Manager | £53,908 — £61,804 |
While substantive positions offer long-term career progression, many specialists choose to work as locum Audiologists to access higher hourly rates and greater geographical flexibility. Locum Audiology jobs allow professionals to diversify their clinical experience across different diagnostic technologies and patient demographics without the constraints of a permanent contract.
Audiology is a highly technical field that requires a blend of diagnostic precision and patient communication. We recruit for a variety of clinical specialisms, including:
Paediatric Audiology: Specialising in the assessment of hearing in infants and children, often involving neonatal screening and the management of congenital hearing loss. [Explore available Paediatric Audiology jobs]
Adult Rehabilitation: Focusing on the long-term management of age-related hearing loss, including the fitting and fine-tuning of advanced digital hearing aids. [Explore available Adult Audiology jobs]
Vestibular & Balance: Diagnosing and treating complex balance disorders and vertigo through specialised vestibular testing and rehabilitation programmes. [Explore available Vestibular Audiology jobs]
Our Audiology vacancies are distributed across diverse healthcare environments, allowing you to choose the setting that best fits your expertise:
Acute Settings: Working within large hospital trusts or ENT departments, Audiologists in acute settings often deal with complex diagnostic cases and surgical referrals. [Explore available Acute Audiology jobs]
Community Settings: Providing accessible hearing care within local health centres or primary care hubs, focusing on routine assessments and hearing aid maintenance. [Explore available Community Audiology jobs]
To practice as an Audiologist or Hearing Aid Dispenser in the UK, maintaining the correct professional registration is essential for clinical compliance:
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): Statutory regulation is required for Clinical Scientists in Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers.
Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP): Often required for Audiologists working within certain NHS and private frameworks.
For further information on professional development and standards, visit the HCPC website or theBritish Academy of Audiology (BAA).
Partnering with Your World Healthcare provides you with a dedicated pathway to the UK’s best Audiology opportunities. We provide a bespoke service designed to support your clinical journey:
Market-Leading Pay: Benefit from competitive hourly rates for locum assignments and transparent salary negotiations for permanent roles.
Your Loyalty: Our Rewards: We value our healthcare professionals. Our Your Loyalty programme allows you to earn points for every hour worked, which can be redeemed for professional and personal rewards.
Specialist Consultants: Work with a dedicated AHP consultant who understands the specific technical requirements of hearing and balance services.
End-to-End Support: From clinical governance and compliance to interview preparation, we manage the complexities so you can focus on patient care.
Explore our wider range ofAllied Health Professions to discover more career opportunities across the UK.