Special School Optometrist – Term-Time Role

SeeAbility; East London; On-site; ZAR 884,000 - 1,160,000; Part time

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Job summary

SeeAbility is seeking a Special School Optometrist to deliver specialist eye care in London special schools during school term times. You will visit the same schools regularly, supported by comprehensive training and a structured programme, with annualised term-time or bank contracts.

The role requires exceptional judgement, autonomy, and the ability to work effectively with children with complex physical, learning, sensory and behavioural needs.

Qualifications

• Autonomous clinical role requiring expert judgement
• Advanced communication with children with complex needs
• Delivery of specialist eye care within school settings

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist eye care in line with NHS England Special School Eye Care Service Specifications
• Manage an independent caseload with evidence-based practice
• Make complex clinical decisions and refer to ophthalmologists and other specialists
• Use and handle specialist equipment with a high level of skill
• Collaborate with dispensing opticians, orthoptists, GPs and paediatricians

Skills

Expert judgement

Advanced communication

Children with complex needs

Autonomous working

Job description

SeeAbility is seeking a Special School Optometrist to deliver specialist eye care in London special schools during school term times. You will visit the same schools regularly, supported by comprehensive training and a structured programme, with annualised term-time or bank contracts.

The role requires exceptional judgement, autonomy, and the ability to work effectively with children with complex physical, learning, sensory and behavioural needs.