Search for more NHS jobs in Cambridge
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly and dynamic team of Orthoptists, Ophthalmic Technicians and Orthoptic Assistants.
You will have a varied and interesting workload with the opportunity to work alongside ophthalmologists who are experts in their field including paediatric-ophthalmologists, neuro-ophthalmologists and more! Addenbrooke’s is a tertiary referral centre and the department supports the development of extended roles. You will have the opportunity to be involved in audit, weekly teaching sessions, regional teaching days and possibly research. Preceptorship will be provided.
Applications from newly-qualified orthoptists and those in their final year of study very welcome. Please contact us if you would like to visit the department. Welcome subsidy provided to the successful candidate.
*Further opportunities for progression and promotion within the department likely.*
Main duties of the job
- Providing timely Orthoptic and visual field services at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust and off site Clinics, as required by the Head Orthoptist or their Deputy. • Participating in the supervision and clinical instruction. • Contribute to departmental teaching, research and audit.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: - applied for a Graduate visa - or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 28th July 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 6th August 2026
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
- Our values and reputation for outstanding care • Opportunities to experience a range of specialities • Career and development opportunities • Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team • Research experience and opportunities • Lovely location and quality of life • Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Clear documentation skills
- Ability to seek advice and guidance when necessary
- Effective time management and prioritisation skills
- Ability to self motivate
- Able to work well within a team and on your own
Desirable
- Proficient in IT
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of good Orthoptic knowledge
Experience
Essential
- Experience of the investigation, diagnosis and management of complex ocular motility defects
- Experience of assessment of children/adults with special needs
- Experience of Visual Field examination using Humphrey Visual Field Analyser
Desirable
- Understanding of clinical audit
- Experience of Octopus Visual Fields
- Experience of Optical Coherence Tomography
- Experience in a tertiary referral hospital
Qualifications
Essential
- Orthoptic Degree or Diploma recognised for State Registration
- State Registration with the HCPC
Desirable
- Degree awarded at 2:1 or above
- Exemptions Qualification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Ability to maintain clear and accurate patient records
Desirable
- Interest in clinical research
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Band 5 Orthoptist roles in Cambridge
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Orthoptist with Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Cambridge, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Orthoptist role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 p.a. pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jul 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (15 Jul 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHS job search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.