Job overview
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Orthoptist to join our friendly and forward-thinking team of 11 orthoptists at Hull Royal Infirmary. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic department offering a wide range of orthoptic services in a supportive and innovative environment.
You will have the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team supporting:
- Paediatric Ophthalmology
- Adult Ocular Motility Clinics
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Low Vision and Visual Stress Clinics
- Community Vision Screening Services
Our department is HCPC-accredited for hosting undergraduate orthoptic student placements, and you will also have the chance to contribute to our in-house teaching programme.
Main duties of the job
The post will be a Band 5 / 6 dependent on experience and will be based at Hull Royal Infirmary. The department provides a full range of orthoptic services, supporting an excellent team of Paediatric Ophthalmologists, Adult Motility specialist as well as Neuro-Ophthalmology clinics. The service is also responsible for providing Low Vision services, Visual Stress clinic and community vision screening services.
Dependent on experience, you may have the opportunity to support the service developing extended roles. There will also be the opportunity to participate in the Department’s teaching programme.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.
Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.
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This advert is for Specialist Orthoptist / Orthoptist with Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Hull, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Orthoptist role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £48,117 PA PR. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 10 Jun 2026.
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