Optometry Technician
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 14/08/2026
- Closes
- 31/08/2026
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Role summary
This role is for an Optometry Technician within the Eye Unit Team at Royal United Hospitals Bath. You will support clinical teams by performing various eye-health tests and assessments, such as visual acuity measurements, visual field tests, and OCT scans. Full training is provided, making it suitable for those new to healthcare or eye care. The position involves both clinical support and essential administrative tasks.
Essential criteria
- Experience in a care setting
Desirable criteria
- Experience as an optometry technician
- GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths
- Knowledge or interest to develop knowledge in eye disease
- Experience in a care setting
- Experience as an optometry technician
- GCSE level or equivalent in English and Maths
- Knowledge or interest to develop knowledge in eye disease
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Optometry Technician
The closing date is 31 August 2026
Job summary
Join our Eye Unit Team - full training provided
**** Are you looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare or explore a career in eye care? Join our warm, supportive and professional Eye Unit Team here at the Royal United Hospitals Bath, right in the heart of our beautiful city.
We're looking for friendly, organised individuals who enjoy helping others, communicating clearly and working in a busy but supportive clinical environment. No previous experience in eye care is required -- just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Part-time may be considered for the right candidate.
You'll be part of a highly skilled, welcoming team that includes Ophthalmologists, Associate Specialists, Optometrists, Optometry Technicians and Orthoptists -- all passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and helping each other grow.
If you're proactive, interested in using technical equipment, resilient but compassionate and excited about starting a career with real development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As an Optometry Technician , you'll play a key role in supporting our clinical teams across the RUH Eye Clinic and Frome Medical Practice. Day-to-day, you'll learn to carry out a variety of impo
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