Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Paediatric Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology
The closing date is 30 July 2026

Job summary

• To assess, plan and implement care of Paediatric patients in eye out-patients, pre-assessment and to include undergoing surgery, supporting day surgery with paediatric ophthalmic patients.
• To contribute to the provision of high standard of nursing care for neonates, children, young people and their families, and patients within the Ophthalmic Unit at Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
• Be responsive to change and able to work in an environment which has constant interruptions.
• Act with integrity and professionalism, being accountable for your actions and learn from mistakes. Be honest and share experiences, encouraging learning in others ensuring high standards of care in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.
• To administer prescribed medication effectively and safely according to Trust requirements and in line with the NMC guidelines.
• Work flexibly to ensure the department collectively achieves its goals. Work with colleagues, seeking or offering support as required.
• To keep up to date with nursing developments and research, incorporating into nursing practice where appropriate. To be accountable for own actions.

Main duties of the job

• Find solutions to problems and be able to demonstrate a positive approach to new challenges, encouraging others to do the same.
• Understand what children require alongside the parents needs and be adaptable and responsive to provide a service which is tailored to meet the needs of every individual.
• Help to create an environment where differences are valued, encouraged and supported within the paediatric services both in the clinic and theatre/Day surgery environments.
• To provide a high-quality, person-centred service which complies with relevant legislation and standards.
• Be honest and learn from mistakes. Help to create a 'no blame' culture where people feel able to share and learn from experiences, together.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating effective communication.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, both within, and outside the department.
• Be mindful of how your role impacts the wider organisation and the people we serve.
• Build rapport and trust with those you work with, ensuring that people are supported to be as well as they can be.
• Actively listen, showing empathy when needed.
• Help to develop and foster a learning environment where feedback is welcomed and valued.
• Be able to work with autonomy and be accountable for your actions. Make decisions which are best for the service without seeking permission unless necessary.

About us
Having a career that is personally rewarding is great. Joining Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust can provide you with a job that provides personal fulfilment, job security and flexibility. Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine dealing with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases of the eye and visual system. The eye, its surrounding structures and the visual system can be affected by a number of clinical conditions. Eye health services are becoming more and more important as the UK population ages. An ageing population means there are more and more incidences of age-related diseases of the eye, such as age-related macular degeneration. These eye diseases can be successfully treated if caught early, and can be managed effectively with existing treatments and medicines.

The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic, multidiscipline team working together to achieve the best outcome for our patients. This role presents the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by providing care in their time of need.

Details
Date posted: 16 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year, per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 388-7783091-PC&S-B
Job locations: Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom

Job description
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
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Person Specification
Essential

• NMC Level 1
• Degree Level qualification
• Prep evidence of further development

Desirable

• Ophthalmic experience
• Awareness of NHS plan and current initiatives

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.

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: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Unit Manager/Senior Sister
Kylie Titchard-Jones
kylie.titchard-jones@nhs.net
01803655156