Specialist Optometrist - **14.5% recruitment & retention premium**
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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Specialist Optometrist - **14.5% recruitment & retention premium**
The closing date is 26 September 2026
Job summary
**A 14.5% recruitment & retention premium will be included with this post.**
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic optometrist with an interest in hospital optometry to provide clinical services within the ophthalmology directorate of this NHS foundation trust. The post is 37.5 hours per week, but we will consider applications for part-time work.
The post will be based within the Ophthalmology department at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital. The friendly, vibrant city of Norwich has excellent social and cultural facilities for all ages, with the Riverside development and large shopping malls. The surrounding countryside and Norfolk Broads are within easy reach and is less than 2 hours by train to London (or less than two hours by car to London's North Circular Road). The City of Norwich was voted 'Best place to live in the UK' by the Sunday Times in 2026'
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will possess excellent clinical and communication skills, will be able to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team, and will be able to demonstrate initiative in delivering a high standard of patient care.
In addition to the 'core' hospital optometrist roles within specialist contact lens and low vision clinics, optometrists at this trust also work within several ophthalmic clinics in an 'extended role' capacity.
Optometrists staffing these clinics work with the support of formal clinical protocols which can allow extended role optometrists to manage patients with a significant degree of autonomy. Current extended roles include Anterior Segment Laser Clinic (LPI, SLT & YAG capsulotomy), Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma, Medical Retina, OERS (Ophthalmic Emergency Referral Service or 'Eye Casualty'), Paediatric and Research.
Previous experience of specialist contact lens and low vision practice would be an advantage. Previous experience of work in the extended roles referred to above and/or relevant post-graduate qualifications would be an advantage. Appropriate training and supervision will be provided in-house. Funding is available for independent prescriber qualifications.
The Ophthalmology Directorate is based at the Colney site; a £229 million PFI hospital facility which opened in 2001. The unit has 15 Ophthalmic Consultants covering all the main clinical sub-specialties.
Informal enquiries for more information are welcome.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Details
Date posted
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata) plus 14.5% recruitment and retention premium
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
234-25-B1630
Job locations
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Ophthalmic Optics, Optometry or Visual Science
- GOC Registered Optometrist
Desirable
- Member of College of Optometrists
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience post qualification experience preferably within the HES
- Advanced theoretical and practical experience across a broad range of optometric skills
Skills
Essential
- Effective communicator
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Ophthalmic Optics, Optometry or Visual Science
- GOC Registered Optometrist
Desirable
- Member of College of Optometrists
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience post qualification experience preferably within the HES
- Advanced theoretical and practical experience across a broad range of optometric skills
Skills
Essential
- Effective communicator
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Head of Optometry
Dr Dan Rosser
01603288017
Details
Date posted
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum (pro rata) plus 14.5% recruitment and retention premium
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
234-25-B1630
Job locations
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
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