NQO Panel Member - Scheme for Registration

We are looking for a newly qualified optometrist (NQO) to join our Scheme for Registration Performance Panel members to undertake annual reflection on the Scheme performance data, and evaluate and approve College action plans relating to quality enhancement.

• Review the performance at each stage of the Scheme including Stage One, Stage Two and the OSCE
• Review the performance of the cohort of assessors and advise on topics for assessor training
• Review the performance of the cohort of examiners, based on recommendations from the Final Assessment Panel
• Agree and approve actions to enhance the Scheme for Registration. Make and approve minor changes to the work-based assessment, on advice from the Lead and Senior assessors
• Review components of the Scheme with high / low failure rates and review action planning recommendations to remedy issues
• Review the progression of trainees through the Scheme Lead Assessor
• Review annual trainee, supervisor and assessor feedback and make recommendations for action
• Consider the relationship between trainees’ educational background and personal characteristics and performance on the Scheme
• Make recommendations to the Education and Standards Committee for actions relating to changes to the work-based assessment and/or the Scheme for Registration as a whole
• Advise on the content and development of the Scheme for Registration cohort report, with a specific focus on actions

Expected commitment:

The Panel will meet at least annually, but may be asked to meet more frequently if required. Members may also be asked for their views electronically in between meetings. 

Appointments will be for up to two consecutive three-year periods and arrangements will be put in place towards the end of the this period to ensure that there is a rolling membership.

The College of Optometrists is the professional body for optometry. It qualifies the profession and delivers the guidance and development to ensure optometrists provide the best possible care. We promote excellence through the College’s affixes, by building the evidence base for optometry, and raising awareness of the profession with the public, commissioners, and healthcare professionals.

The College is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to avoiding unlawful discrimination. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation. In support of this we follow a fair recruitment process in which shortlisting and other recruitment decisions are made on the basis of skills, competencies and experience demonstrated in the application and interview process. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made to support your application due to a disability or other condition please let us know.

Please complete the web form and upload your CV clearly demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role.

Application deadline: 12pm, Friday 31 October 2025
Interview date:    TBC

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to inform those who are not shortlisted, or give feedback. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

No agencies or other recruitment services, please.