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Orthoptist - NWAFT
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: 176-S-8209297
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Orthoptist to join the Orthoptic Team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will work alongside a dedicated team of Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Optometrists, Technicians & Nurses in a busy but supportive department.
The main base will be at Peterborough, with some clinics at Hinchingbrooke Hospital. Should a newly qualified Orthoptist be appointed, a period of preceptorship will be undertaken supported by departmental mentors and a well established Trust Preceptorship programme.
Applicants will need to be enthusiastic, motivated & be keen to work hard in a busy and friendly environment.
Main duties of the job
The Orthoptic Department is actively engaged with developing the role of the Orthoptist within the Hospital Eye Service, developing Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Medical Retina and Corneal services and progression opportunities are available for the right, enthusiastic candidate.
Duties will primarily be Orthoptic Clinics, with some additional diagnostic duties required periodically. Staff are fully supported in development with Newly Qualified Orthoptists supported by a dedicated Orthoptist.
About us
Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust's redeployment process.
Details
Date posted
24 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
176-S-8209297
Job locations
Peterborough City Hospital
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more detailed information regarding the responsibilities please refer to the attached Job Description and Person specification
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more detailed information regarding the responsibilities please refer to the attached Job Description and Person specification
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered or registering with HCPC
- Diploma or Degree in Orthoptics
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Post-graduation experience Teaching Qualification
Skills/Ability & Knowledge
Essential
- Orthoptic Ability in common Oculomotor conditions
- Evidence based Practice
- IT Skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and and manage a personal caseload
Desirable
- Audit Experience
- Knowledge or experience of Automated Visual Field Perimetry/Ocular Coherence Tomography
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered or registering with HCPC
- Diploma or Degree in Orthoptics
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Post-graduation experience Teaching Qualification
Skills/Ability & Knowledge
Essential
- Orthoptic Ability in common Oculomotor conditions
- Evidence based Practice
- IT Skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and and manage a personal caseload
Desirable
- Audit Experience
- Knowledge or experience of Automated Visual Field Perimetry/Ocular Coherence Tomography
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Peterborough City Hospital
Peterborough
PE3 9GZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)