School Screening Vision Assessor

Job summary

We are recruiting to a part time, term time only School Vision Screening post. The post will be 22 hours worked over 5 days, Monday Friday, term time only, with some additional flexibility in hours.

The successful applicant will be part of a small team responsible for ensuring accurate vision testing and referrals as necessary in to the Hospital Eye Services (HES) for children in the Rotherham area. Applicants will need to be enthusiastic and conscientious, with the ability to work as part of a team as well as responsible for their own practice in solo vision testing.

The role involves the screening of all school children with parental consent and initiating referrals for children who do not pass the required level. This position has a high level of responsibility and requires attention to detail.

Knowledge of vision testing or working within a school setting is desirable but not essential as full training will be given. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 6th August. Please contact Caroline Pollard (01709) 423977 for informal enquiries.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be required to

• Contact schools and book in screening time
• Ensure consent forms are sent out to the schools and there are a sufficient number completed to ensure a productive school visit
• Be responsible for accurate vision testing and recording, on an ability determined vision test
• Initiate referrals for children who do not meet the required standards
• Ensure a feedback letter is left for all parents/guardians of tested children
• Ensure all administrative duties around these processes are undertaken with accuracy and care
• Keep accurate and contemporaneous records of all schools booked, children screened and their screening outcomes
• Work with the other vision screener to ensure a seamless service
• Ensure all testing equipment is present and in good order
• Escalate any issues to the school screening orthoptist

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rotherham Community Health Centre

Greasbrough Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 1RY

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rotherham Community Health Centre

Greasbrough Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 1RY

Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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