Part-Time Specialist Orthoptist for SEN & Paediatrics

Transformation Unit; Bolton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time Specialist Orthoptist (22.5 hours per week) with a focus on SEN services. The role covers assessment, diagnosis and management of a diverse caseload including adults and paediatric patients, with involvement in the emergency eye clinic and SEN-related activities.

You will support the SEN lead, visit special schools, compile EHCP reports and assist a consultant-led paediatric SEN clinic. A HCPC registration and BSc Orthoptics are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Orthoptist registered with HCPC.
• Experience working in SEND services and special schools.
• Experience with paediatric and adult orthoptic caseload.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage a varied caseload of Orthoptic patients including adults and paediatric cases.
• Provide SEN lead support, visiting special schools in the area and preparing EHCP reports.
• Support a consultant-led SEN paediatric clinic and manage related administration.

Skills

Orthoptist

HCPC registered

BIOS member

SEND experience

Education

BSc Orthoptics/BSc (Orth)

DBO or teaching qualification

Job description

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a part-time Specialist Orthoptist (22.5 hours per week) with a focus on SEN services. The role covers assessment, diagnosis and management of a diverse caseload including adults and paediatric patients, with involvement in the emergency eye clinic and SEN-related activities.

You will support the SEN lead, visit special schools, compile EHCP reports and assist a consultant-led paediatric SEN clinic. A HCPC registration and BSc Orthoptics are required.