Diabetic Screener/Photographer

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provision is seeking a Retinal Screener / Photographer for its Diabetic Eye Screening Programme across North East London. This role focuses on patient care, supporting clinical assessments, and includes training for certification. No prior experience required; successful candidates will benefit from a supportive environment with flexible working across various locations.

Qualifications

• GCSEs required.
• Customer care skills needed.
• Basic IT skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care in the community-based environment.
• Examine and gather patient information for clinical assessments.
• Rotate between screener, photographer, receptionist roles.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer care skills

Basic IT skills

Education

GCSEs

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for a Retinal Screener / Photographer for our Diabetic Eye Screening Programme in North East London area (City and Hackney, Newham, Barking and Dagenham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets, and Waltham Forest).

The post-holder will deliver high-quality care for patients with diabetes. The role requires working unsupervised within a community-based environment, with support from team leaders.

Diabetes is the most common chronic illness affecting East London residents. Early detection and treatment of diabetes-related eye problems can prevent disability and premature death. The Diabetes Eye Screening Service aims to detect and offer early treatment to people with diabetes developing sight-threatening eye disease.

***ADVERT MAY CLOSE EARLY DUE TO HIGH APPLICATIONS***

Main duties of the job

The post-holder should have good rapport with people and strong organizational skills. You will enjoy patient contact and aim to make each clinic visit positive for individuals with diabetes. Responsibilities include examining and gathering information from patients to support clinical assessments for diabetes eye disease.

No prior experience in diabetes eye screening is required; training will be provided, including the use of screening software and retinal cameras. Over time, you will undertake a Health Screening Diploma, supported by local training and mentoring. Once trained, you will rotate between screener, photographer, receptionist roles, and database entry.

Screener Photographers will have a primary base but must be flexible to work across various screening locations as needed.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high-performing organization serving Hackney, East London, The City, and beyond. We are proud of our 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our services include hospital, community health, and specialized services, managing facilities like St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

We value diversity, inclusion, and fairness in recruitment. Our staff benefit from development opportunities and are part of a well-regarded nursing community. Homerton is recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by HSJ & Nursing Times.

Details

Date posted: 17 June 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £29,583 per year, pro-rata

Contract: Fixed term, 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 293-EMRS1-0450

Locations: Across North East London, Homerton Healthcare, London, E9 6SR

Job description

The full job description and person specification are available via attachments. The person specification outlines the essential and desirable qualifications, skills, and experience, such as GCSEs, customer care skills, basic IT skills, NHS experience, and understanding of diabetic retinopathy.

This position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the nature of the role.