Band 5 Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner (Developmental Post)

Job summary

Are you a skilled nurse looking to advance your career in a nationally recognised Ophthalmology service? We are looking for an Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner (Band 5 to 6 developmental post) to join our friendly and forward-thinking team.

Our service has been recognised in the NHS 10-year plan for its innovative and collaborative approach, praised for smart use of technology that brings care closer to home, improves access, and reduces NHS costs. A key feature is the COL digital referral system, linking high street opticians with hospital eye services to provide more joined-up and efficient care.

You'll play a central role in our nurse-led emergency triage service, supported by experienced clinicians and comprehensive training. Our nurses also deliver advanced practice including a Botox service for blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm and are supported in specialist imaging for angiograms using fluorescein and indocyanine green.

We are investing in new opportunities for nurse-led innovation, including training in YAG laser capsulotomy and developing a Nurse-Led Corneal Cross-Linking Service, optimising theatre capacity and enhancing patient journeys.

If you're passionate about patient-centred, evidence-based care and want to grow your expertise in a service driving national innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

This is a developmental post designed to support the transition from Band 5 to Band 6 Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner. The successful applicant will begin at Band 5 and undertake a structured training and competency-based development programme. On successful completion of the agreed portfolio of training, experience, and assessments, the post holder will progress to Band 6.

As a Band 5 Ophthalmology Nurse Practitioner (development), you will provide safe, effective, and compassionate care to patients under supervision. You will develop skills in ophthalmic assessment, patient triage, and clinical procedures, gradually increasing your scope of practice and responsibility. You will be supported by senior nurse practitioners, the matron, and the wider multidisciplinary team to develop into an autonomous practitioner.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

With a strong sense of community, Gloucestershire is an ideal place to build your career while enjoying the great outdoors. With its beautiful countryside, excellent schools and cultural festivals, it's a great place to live and work.

Details

Date posted

27 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

318-26-T0056

Job locations

Cheltenham General Hospital

Sandford Road Cheltenham

GL53 7AN

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