Address Grimaldi Building, Kings Cross
35 hours per week - 5 days per week during Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00. Part time hours will be considered.
£26,000, full time equivalent.
We're at an exciting point in RNIB’s journey and are looking for talented people - who share our values - to join us and make a real difference for blind and partially sighted people.
We are recruiting an enthusiastic Administrative Optical Assistant who will be an integral part of our team at the Low Vision Centre in Kings Cross, London.
The role is varied and always patient centred. You will be providing administrative expertise as well as practical support including some delegated clinical tests. You will be supporting clinicians in clinic and on home visits. You will ensure the smooth running of the diary and liaise between key stakeholders of this service between RNIB and our rehabilitation officer colleagues. You will be involved in ensuring the best possible patient experience.
You will have an understanding of the importance of patient centred care and a passion for improving the quality of life for people living with sight loss or who have learning disabilities. You will have exceptional communication and administration skills. Practice experience within an optical setting will be beneficial but not essential as full training can be provided. You will also have experience as an administrator and an ability to use, computerised patient management systems, Microsoft word, PowerPoint and Excel.
The Low Vision Service at RNIB is an integrated low vision optometric and rehabilitation ICS commissioned service. Set in a purpose-built clinic within the London offices of the largest sight loss charity in the UK, we are able to provide our services to the highest level ensuring a truly holistic approach to low vision.
In return
RNIB prides itself on being a great place to work with a range of flexible benefits and a positive, progressive culture. We offer a competitive salary, a stimulating and supportive working environment, a flexible work life balance environment, as well as a benefits package including:
- 26 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), which increase with service, plus one Grace day per year.
- RNIB Rewards - Our employee discounts platform gives you access to offers at over 800 in-store and online retailers.
- In-house training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and management development programmes
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Contributory pension scheme.
How to Apply
If you'd like to apply for this great opportunity, please apply online, uploading your CV and cover letter, telling us how you meet the criteria in section 1 of the person specification.
If you are having trouble applying online or would like accessible versions of the Job Description, please contact us on recruitment@rnib.org.uk
