Registered Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner (Eye Theatres)

Registered Nurse / Operating Department Practitioner (Eye Theatres)

CAPTION: Job details

• Posting date: 06 May 2026


• Salary: £32,073.00 to £39,043.00 per year


• Additional salary information: £32073.00 - £39043.00 a year


• Hours: Full time


• Closing date: 20 May 2026


• Location: Exeter, EX2 5DW


• Company: NHS Jobs


• Job type: Permanent


• Job reference: C0023-26-0563

Summary

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The successful candidate will cover Scrub, Anaesthetics, Recovery, Circulate, Day Case Ward and Escort patients from our day case unit to Ophthalmology Theatres. Previous experience in Ophthalmology would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given. Once fully competent the post holder will also co-ordinate the Operating Theatre as designated, in support of, or on the absence of the Band 6 and 7 Senior Practitioner. You may occasionally need to work at our other Theatre site in Axminster & CEE when needed. Working Pattern: Full time hours, Part-time, Including some Weekends and On Calls Interview Date: To Be Confirmed For further information please contact: Vince Matawaran - Clinical Manager WEEU Day Case - Email: Vincent.Matawaran@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

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For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role The successful candidate will cover Scrub, Anaesthetics, Recovery, Circulate, Day Case Ward and Escort patients from our day case unit to Ophthalmology Theatres. Previous experience in Ophthalmology would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be given. Once fully competent the post holder will also co-ordinate the Operating Theatre as designated, in support of, or on the absence of the Band 6 and 7 Senior Practitioner. You may occasionally need to work at our other Theatre site in Axminster & CEE when needed. Working Pattern: Full time hours, Part-time, Including some Weekends and On Calls Interview Date: To Be Confirmed For further information please contact: Vince Matawaran - Clinical Manager WEEU Day Case - Email: Vincent.Matawaran@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of

inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might
include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service
Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.