Orthoptist - NWAFT
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 24/08/2026
- Closes
- 06/09/2026
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Role summary
This is a full-time Orthoptist position within the Orthoptic Team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves working alongside a multidisciplinary team in a busy but supportive department, primarily based at Peterborough with some clinics at Hinchingbrooke Hospital. The successful candidate will conduct Orthoptic Clinics and some diagnostic duties, with opportunities for development in various sub-specialties. Newly qualified Orthoptists will receive preceptorship and mentorship support.
Key responsibilities
- Work alongside Ophthalmologists, Orthoptists, Optometrists, Technicians & Nurses.
- Primarily conduct Orthoptic Clinics.
- Perform additional diagnostic duties periodically.
- Engage with developing the role of the Orthoptist within the Hospital Eye Service.
- Contribute to developing Glaucoma, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Medical Retina and Corneal services.
Essential criteria
- Registered or registering with HCPC
- Diploma or Degree in Orthoptics
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Orthoptic Ability in common Oculomotor conditions
- Evidence based Practice
- IT Skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and and manage a personal caseload
Desirable criteria
- Post-graduation experience Teaching Qualification
- Audit Experience
- Knowledge or experience of Automated Visual Field Perimetry/Ocular Coherence Tomography
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Orthoptist - NWAFT
The closing date is 06 September 2026
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.
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