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Bank Senior Healthcare Assistant - Ophthalmic

The closing date is 28 November 2025

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Job summary

Spire Regency, Macclesfield are now recruiting a Bank Senior Healthcare Assistant to join their Ophthalmic team on a bank basis

Main duties of the job

  • Visual fields and OCT Visual Acuity including distant (all types) and near vision test
  • Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of globe and surrounding structures
  • Patient education specific to compliance issues i.e. drop / ointment instillation and pre-op preparation in specific clinics.
  • Ocular swab Biometry Measurement of Intraocular pressure using iCARE

About us

The Spire Regency Hospital in Macclesfield, South Cheshire opened in 1991 and has undergone extensive site modernisation creating an excellent environment for our team and patients. We offer fast access to consultations with specialists in a wide range of treatments, supported by advanced imaging and diagnostic technology.

Details

Date posted

31 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

23827

Job locations

West Street

Macclesfield

SK11 8DW


Job description

Job responsibilities

Bank Senior Healthcare Assistant - Ophthalmic | Regency - Macclesfield | Bank

Spire Regency, Macclesfield are now recruiting a Bank Senior Healthcare Assistant to join their Ophthalmic team on a bank basis.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

The Spire Regency Hospital in Macclesfield, South Cheshire opened in 1991 and has undergone extensive site modernisation creating an excellent environment for our team and patients. We offer fast access to consultations with specialists in a wide range of treatments, supported by advanced imaging and diagnostic technology.

Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business, bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality of patient care. We are committed to our employees, well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Visual fields and OCT
  • Visual Acuity including distant (all types) and near vision test
  • Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of globe and surrounding structures
  • Patient education specific to compliance issues i.e. drop / ointment instillation and pre-op preparation in specific clinics.
  • Ocular swab
  • Biometry
  • Measurement of Intraocular pressure using iCARE
    • Who we are looking for;

  • Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a clinical environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
  • NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential
  • Experience in Ophthalmic is desirable
    • Benefits

    We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Bank colleagues are paid weekly
  • Access to Spire Healthcare pension
  • Access to Blue Light Card discounts
  • Free uniform
  • Free DBS
  • Full induction, including mandatory training updates
  • Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
  • Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
    • We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

    For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Laura Irving at laura.irving@Spirehealthcare.com

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Bank Senior Healthcare Assistant - Ophthalmic | Regency - Macclesfield | Bank

    Spire Regency, Macclesfield are now recruiting a Bank Senior Healthcare Assistant to join their Ophthalmic team on a bank basis.

    Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.

    The Spire Regency Hospital in Macclesfield, South Cheshire opened in 1991 and has undergone extensive site modernisation creating an excellent environment for our team and patients. We offer fast access to consultations with specialists in a wide range of treatments, supported by advanced imaging and diagnostic technology.

    Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business, bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality of patient care. We are committed to our employees, well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

    Duties and responsibilities:

  • Visual fields and OCT
  • Visual Acuity including distant (all types) and near vision test
  • Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology of globe and surrounding structures
  • Patient education specific to compliance issues i.e. drop / ointment instillation and pre-op preparation in specific clinics.
  • Ocular swab
  • Biometry
  • Measurement of Intraocular pressure using iCARE
    • Who we are looking for;

  • Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a clinical environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
  • NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential
  • Experience in Ophthalmic is desirable
    • Benefits

    We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Bank colleagues are paid weekly
  • Access to Spire Healthcare pension
  • Access to Blue Light Card discounts
  • Free uniform
  • Free DBS
  • Full induction, including mandatory training updates
  • Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
  • Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
    • We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

    For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Laura Irving at laura.irving@Spirehealthcare.com

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential

    Experience

    Essential

    • Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a clinical environment
    • Experience in Ophthalmic is desirable
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential

    Experience

    Essential

    • Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a clinical environment
    • Experience in Ophthalmic is desirable

    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.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    West Street

    Macclesfield

    SK11 8DW


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    West Street

    Macclesfield

    SK11 8DW


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Resourcing Manager

    Laura Irving

    laura.irving@spirehealthcare.com

    +447710855095

    Details

    Date posted

    31 October 2025

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 3

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Bank

    Working pattern

    Part-time

    Reference number

    23827

    Job locations

    West Street

    Macclesfield

    SK11 8DW


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