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Ophthalmic Assistant with Deputy Manager Duties

The closing date is 13 October 2025

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Optical Assistant to join the team. As an Optical Assistant you will work alongside the clinical team in the day to day running of eye care clinics, carrying out diagnostic examinations whilst maintaining high quality care to all patients. As part of this role, we are looking for the successful candidate to take on additional Deputy Manager duties. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual to step into the role of Deputy Manager, alongside the Optical Assistant responsibilities. This role will provide essential leadership support at site level, working closely with the Hospital Manager to maintain excellent standards of quality, safety, and service delivery.

Main duties of the job

If you are care focused and looking to join an organisation that is thriving on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity for an Optical Assistant to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

About us

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people, and we care about the future of eye health and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great, with your help.

Details

Date posted

29 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1140894

Job locations

CHEC Blackpool

Blackpool

FY4 2DP


Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for someone who can: Assist in the running of pre- and post-operative clinicals Act as theatre runner/escort ensuring that patients receive the highest quality care, and our theatre team are assisted during surgery Support patients throughout their journey with CHEC and report any concerns. Ensure all equipment is checked and ready for use Prepare all areas prior to any clinical activities Adhere to good record keeping and high standards of quality patient care Provide administrative and operational support to the Hospital Manager, including overseeing rotas, staffing cover, and day-to-day site coordination. Provide site leadership in the absence of the Hospital Manager, ensuring smooth and safe operations. Support the effective management of equipment, stock, and resources. Ensure compliance with audits and help identify improvements where needed. Work alongside the Hospital Manager to ensure CQC readiness and support improvement plans. What youll bring to the role: Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care. Has strong leadership, organisational, and administrative skills. Can communicate effectively, manage challenges constructively, and inspire others. Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care. Good communication and strong interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems. The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems. Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently. Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for someone who can: Assist in the running of pre- and post-operative clinicals Act as theatre runner/escort ensuring that patients receive the highest quality care, and our theatre team are assisted during surgery Support patients throughout their journey with CHEC and report any concerns. Ensure all equipment is checked and ready for use Prepare all areas prior to any clinical activities Adhere to good record keeping and high standards of quality patient care Provide administrative and operational support to the Hospital Manager, including overseeing rotas, staffing cover, and day-to-day site coordination. Provide site leadership in the absence of the Hospital Manager, ensuring smooth and safe operations. Support the effective management of equipment, stock, and resources. Ensure compliance with audits and help identify improvements where needed. Work alongside the Hospital Manager to ensure CQC readiness and support improvement plans. What youll bring to the role: Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care. Has strong leadership, organisational, and administrative skills. Can communicate effectively, manage challenges constructively, and inspire others. Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care. Good communication and strong interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems. The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems. Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently. Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic.

Person Specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • What youll bring to the role:
  • Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care.
  • Has strong leadership, organisational, and administrative skills.
  • Can communicate effectively, manage challenges constructively, and inspire others.
  • Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care.
  • Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems.
  • The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems.
  • Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently.
  • Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic.
Person Specification

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • What youll bring to the role:
  • Natural ability to empathise with patients and demonstrate a genuine care.
  • Has strong leadership, organisational, and administrative skills.
  • Can communicate effectively, manage challenges constructively, and inspire others.
  • Desire to provide the very best quality and safe patient care.
  • Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Desire and willingness to develop in line with the framework and your personal development plan.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems.
  • The ability to learn and adapt to new internal systems.
  • Self-motivated and self-starter with the ability to prioritise and schedule work independently.
  • Approachable and friendly manner to welcome our patients into the clinic.

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

CHEC

Address

CHEC Blackpool

Blackpool

FY4 2DP


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

CHEC

Address

CHEC Blackpool

Blackpool

FY4 2DP


Employer's website

https://www.communityhealthservices.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Resourcing

Jasmine Rogers

jasmine.r@chec.uk

Details

Date posted

29 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

CHE1140894

Job locations

CHEC Blackpool

Blackpool

FY4 2DP


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