Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the REI outpatient department, This role is to support patients requiring ophthalmology tests and treatment. Carry out ophthalmic related investigations.

***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.***

Main duties of the job
The REI outpatient department is within a purpose built hospital off site, bringing the ophthalmic service back together within the same unit. It is an exciting time for new recruits to become part of our productive and efficient team, where excellence in care for our patients is paramount.

REI dealing with all aspects of eye health through all ages of life. We have a very enthusiastic team who are welcoming and always eager to help. In house training is provided for the right candidates. Please feel free to pay us a visit and the staff will answer any questions you may have . The vacancy is full time which at the present means 4 shifts a week Ophthalmic experience is not essential but some knowledge is desirable.

About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care.

The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

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If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process, please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you into contact with the recruitment team.

We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case.

We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Job responsibilities

• Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.
• Competently undertake delegated duties in line with patient care plans.
• Ability to use your knowledge and experience to undertake non-routine duties and an understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility.
• To carry out a range of (limited) clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.
• Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff.
• Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able to concentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional interruptions.
• Provide clinical care in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies.
• Utilising skills to actively facilitate self-care and independence with patients.
• Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies.

For further details please see the attached JD & PS

Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
• Be able to work as a member of a team
• Demonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work

Qualifications
Essential

• One of the following Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3, NVQ 3, BTEC National Diploma, Experience equivalent to the above qualifications
• Level 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
• Completion of Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)
• Demonstrable equivalent experience

Aptitude & Abilities
Essential

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
• Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately
• Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures

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.

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).

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address: REI outpatients, Alpha Way, Plymouth, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Unit Manager
Denise Spellman
denise.spellman@nhs.net
01752433295

Details
Date posted: 25 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: 216-LT-DD8159876-A
Job locations: REI outpatients, Alpha Way, Plymouth, PL6 8DH, United Kingdom