Job summary
We are inviting applications for an exciting opportunity to join the Ophthalmic Technicians Team on the Bank.
Senior Ophthalmic Technicians are a crucial support service within the Ophthalmic specialities. They perform diagnostic tests in different cinics within the department. These include Visual Field Tests, Optical Coherence Tomography, Fundus Photography and icare Tonometry. They also provide support to a team of Ophthalmic Technicians. The Glaucoma service has Senior Technician-led clinics. Some of these clinics are offsite and some Saturday working may be required.
Being able to work independently and within a team is essential for the role. You will require excellent communication skills and experience in ophthalmic diagnostic imaging. This role involves considerable patient contact and assessments. Some training will be provided.
Ophthalmology is a fascinating, busy environment to learn new skills and make a difference.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Main duties of the job
To lead on a Technician-led Ophthalmology service and deliver an ophthalmic diagnostic service, within the department of Ophthalmology.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, provide appropriate assessment (and interpretation of results where indicated) for Ophthalmology patients.
Manage own caseload of patients prioritising when necessary and accepting urgent referrals as appropriate.
To ensure that patients are received in a sympathetic and courteous manner and that cultural difference is catered for.
To undertake associated clerical and administrative duties necessary to ensure the effective running of the ophthalmology service.
Some sessions will be required at the Community Clinics at Anglia Ruskin University and Saffron Walden Hospital.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
The advert will close at midnight on 7 December 2025.
Interviews are due to be held on 15 December 2025.
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 caf, 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
The advert will close at midnight on 7 December 2025.
Interviews are due to be held on 15 December 2025.
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 caf, 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
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in health-related subject
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent
- All candidates must have the equivalent of GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English
Desirable
- Foundation degree or equivalent
- IT Qualification
- 3 GCSE pass at Grade C or higher in one or more Science related subjects
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an Ophthalmology Outpatient setting
- Has undertaken clinical work
- Significant previous experience of dealing with patients, customers or members of the public
- Experience in learning new systems
Desirable
- Experience of working in a supervisory role, including teaching and mentoring
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in automated visual field and OCT scan
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of patient care
- Understanding of issues relating to confidentiality, health and safety and risk management
- Evidence of extended learning / learning beyond basic competency level, with respect to continuing professional development
- Knowledge of NHS procedures
Desirable
- Awareness of national priorities and initiatives
- Knowledge of general medical / ophthalmic conditions, equipment and techniques
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and liaising with a wide range of people
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to work unsupervised and follow instructions
- Excellent time management
- Adaptable to changing situations due to workload
- Excellent administrative and clerical skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Able to demonstrate empathy and caring attitude towards others
Desirable
- Able to use the Trust's electronic patient records
- Good presentation skills
- Prepared to undertake recognised mentoring/coaching role.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Flexible approach to working in line with service requirements
- Ability to work under pressure
- Team worker
- Reliable and self-motivated
- Professional and well organised
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in health-related subject
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent
- All candidates must have the equivalent of GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English
Desirable
- Foundation degree or equivalent
- IT Qualification
- 3 GCSE pass at Grade C or higher in one or more Science related subjects
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an Ophthalmology Outpatient setting
- Has undertaken clinical work
- Significant previous experience of dealing with patients, customers or members of the public
- Experience in learning new systems
Desirable
- Experience of working in a supervisory role, including teaching and mentoring
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in automated visual field and OCT scan
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of patient care
- Understanding of issues relating to confidentiality, health and safety and risk management
- Evidence of extended learning / learning beyond basic competency level, with respect to continuing professional development
- Knowledge of NHS procedures
Desirable
- Awareness of national priorities and initiatives
- Knowledge of general medical / ophthalmic conditions, equipment and techniques
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and liaising with a wide range of people
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to work unsupervised and follow instructions
- Excellent time management
- Adaptable to changing situations due to workload
- Excellent administrative and clerical skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Able to demonstrate empathy and caring attitude towards others
Desirable
- Able to use the Trust's electronic patient records
- Good presentation skills
- Prepared to undertake recognised mentoring/coaching role.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent.
- Flexible approach to working in line with service requirements
- Ability to work under pressure
- Team worker
- Reliable and self-motivated
- Professional and well organised
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).