Orthoptist

Orthoptist

The closing date is 13 March 2026

We are delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. We have a vacancy for an orthoptist to join our friendly team. Newly qualified applicants would be considered, but would be appointed at band 5 for the first year. You will be working with 13 orthoptists, 4 consultant paediatric ophthalmologists (including 2 with a specialism in ocular motility), 2 neuro-ophthalmologists, 2 vision scientists and 3 paediatric optometrists.

You will be involved in a range of orthoptic clinics including specialist tertiary referral paediatric, ocular motility and neuro-ophthalmology clinics, and providing support to the eye emergency department.

We are a placement centre for undergraduate orthoptic students, and you will supervise students in clinic.

You will have opportunities for involvement in teaching, audit, and research. There is the option to train to deliver intra‑vitreal injections for age‑related macular degeneration.

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• BSc/Diploma in Orthoptics
• Registration with HCPC
• Skills and experience in clinical orthoptics
• Experience of clinical teaching
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Completed training medicines exemptions for orthoptists
• Skills and experience in specialised orthoptic clinics
• Experience of supervising orthoptic undergraduate students
• Experience in undertaking clinical audit

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Depending on experience: £38,682 - £46,580 per annum or per annum pro rata