2142 - Retinal Screening Photographer
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Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust 2142 - Retinal Screening Photographer
The closing date is 25 September 2026
Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a positive and flexible team player to work in our very busy Diabetic Eye Screening department for Barnsley and Rotherham. The programme offers diabetic eye screening to over 42,000 people with diabetes in the Barnsley and Rotherham area with the base at the new Alhambra outpatients.
We are looking for an individual with excellent communication skills, computer literate and logical thinking you will be well motivated and have a patient centred approach to continue and maintain the reputation of the diabetic eye screening service. The post holder will need to have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work use. The post holder will need to have the Health Screeners diploma or happy to work towards this.
The interview date for this role will be 2nd October 2026.
Main duties of the job
As a Retinal Photographer you will be screening patients independently within in clinic. This includes undertaking a visual acuity, instilling eye drops and taking retinal photographs. The Diabetic eye screening service will follow national guidance to meet targets and service requirements. You will undertake clinics in a various location across Barnsley and Rotherham. You will have to have use of your own vehicle for work use.
The post holder will have to undertake the Health screener Diploma.
About us
Barnsley is a place of real warmth and community spirit. With a proud industrial past, the town offers affordable living, great transport links, rich culture and many green spaces. Barnsley punches above its weight and has recently seen economic growth, substantial regeneration and digital ambition, whilst leading the way in healthcare innovation and employability.
At Barnsley Hospital, we are a close-knit, ambitious team delivering outstanding care in the heart of South Yorkshire. Our aim is to be the best place to work and we have been consistently rated by our people as being amongst the very best Trusts in the country in areas such as compassionate leadership, teamwork and supporting colleague wellbeing.
We offer a friendly working environment where you will be recognised and valued for what you do, led with compassion and integrity and have your career and wellbeing supported.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
For individuals who require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9163-2142E-09-26
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety
- Knowledge of confidentiality
- Clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of complaints
- Knowledge of current health care issues
- Risk Management
Qualifications
Essential
- To have or willing to undertake level 3 Health Screeners Diploma
- Basic skills in English and Maths (Level
- 2 or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Customer care experience
- Experience of dealing with an unpredictable workload
- Experience of problem solving and seeking support as necessary.
- Experience of dealing with a wide range of patients/customers
Desirable
- Previous experience in hospital or community setting or previous experience working in other screening departments or Ophthalmology department
- Experience of working independently
- Experience of dealing with a wide range of patients/customers with communication barriers
- An understanding of the implications of cultural difference and disability to service delivery.
Values based Questions
Essential
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work, Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety
- Knowledge of confidentiality
- Clinical governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of complaints
- Knowledge of current health care issues
- Risk Management
Qualifications
Essential
- To have or willing to undertake level 3 Health Screeners Diploma
- Basic skills in English and Maths (Level
- 2 or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Customer care experience
- Experience of dealing with an unpredictable workload
- Experience of problem solving and seeking support as necessary.
- Experience of dealing with a wide range of patients/customers
Desirable
- Previous experience in hospital or community setting or previous experience working in other screening departments or Ophthalmology department
- Experience of working independently
- Experience of dealing with a wide range of patients/customers with communication barriers
- An understanding of the implications of cultural difference and disability to service delivery.
Values based Questions
Essential
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work, Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?
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
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Lead Nurse Programme Manager
Kate King
01226434578
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
C9163-2142E-09-26
Job locations
Pogmoor Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S75 2EP
United Kingdom
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