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BIOS

@BIOS_Orthoptics

Founded in 1937, the BIOS is a professional and educational body for orthoptists and is a registered charity

 UK & Ireland
orthoptics.org.uk
Joined October 2012
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We have taken the decision to stop using X, as we feel that the platform no longer aligns with the values of our organisation. This is a decision reflecting our commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.
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You can still find us on: Facebook buff.ly/WkGKGoa Instagram buff.ly/DM40MMf LinkedIn buff.ly/cz7Zmam
British and Irish Orthoptic Society

British and Irish Orthoptic Society

British and Irish Orthoptic Society. 1,504 followers · 206 talking about this. The new and improved official Facebook page for the British and Irish Orthoptic Society!

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Join our Visibility Leads for a coffee chat! Our network of enthusiastic orthoptists across the UK and Ireland promote orthoptics at local careers events and inspire future professionals. Please join us at our Visibility Coffee Chat on 9th April: buff.ly/W1v8v2o
"Online. Visibility Coffee Chat. Thursday 9th April 2026. 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm." Image includes graphics of a steaming coffee cup and a prism refracting light.

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Our new driving and vision section builds on our recent guidance document, providing guidance and information for orthoptists relating to fitness to drive. Access it here: buff.ly/nsPOJqU
"Guidance. Driving & vision. Guidance and information for orthoptists." Image includes graphics of a steering wheel, glasses with attached prisms and a pin-hole occluder.

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We joined with other health unions to insist that the government must improve its inadequate 3.3% pay rise for NHS staff, or the workforce crisis will continue to grow. Read more: buff.ly/YdziL2o
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Two weeks left to apply for the role of Chair Designate to BIOS. The role would shadow the current Chair for one year, before becoming the next Chair of BIOS following the 2027 AGM. Full details: buff.ly/AFfOVJO
Graphical representation of a prism and a cog in BIOS colours on a white and teal background. Text reads "Vacancies. Chair Designate. Deadline: 30th March 2026."

ALT Graphical representation of a prism and a cog in BIOS colours on a white and teal background. Text reads "Vacancies. Chair Designate. Deadline: 30th March 2026."

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A huge thank you to everyone who attended fairs and events to promote careers in orthoptics across National Careers Week and British Science Week! If you'd like to get involved, you can find out more here: buff.ly/SHChpHj #OrthopticCareers #NCW2026 #BSW2026
Three orthoptists behind stall at careers fair in Manchester.

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Two students pictured at careers event in Warrington, Wigan and leigh NHS Trust. Both are wearing eye patches and smiling.

ALT Two students pictured at careers event in Warrington, Wigan and leigh NHS Trust. Both are wearing eye patches and smiling.

Orthoptists pictured behind stall on behalf of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Trust.

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Orthoptist pictured behind stall in Middlesex, in discussion with prospective student.

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Just three weeks left to submit your abstracts for The BIOS Conference 2026 in June. The deadline for submissions is 5pm on Tuesday 7th April 2026. Check the website for full details. buff.ly/24WzPTQ #BIOS2026
"BIOS Conference 2026. Abstract submissions deadline: Tuesday 7th April 2026, 5pm" Image shows photo of presenter standing at lectern, from previous BIOS Conference.

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A week left to book for this year's Advanced Practice Study Day in Sheffield, for trainee and recognised ACPs/APs in Orthoptics and Ophthalmology. buff.ly/EMHPJBG
"CPD. Advanced Practice Study Day. Friday 27th March 2026, 10am - 4pm University of Sheffield."

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The application deadline for the first-ever orthoptic apprenticeship programme is fast approaching. If you’re considering applying or considering hosting an apprentice within your department, take a look at our new Apprenticeship Hub. buff.ly/qHghodj
"Orthoptic Apprenticeship Hub. orthotpics.org.uk/apprenticeships/". Image includes photo of child having vision assessed with occluder.

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There's still plenty of time to register for this year's Annual Clinical Tutors' Day in April Attendance is free and is an opportunity to network with other tutors and get updates from the Higher Education Institutions. Book now: buff.ly/P4DB15W
"Clinical Tutors Day 2026. Friday 24th April 2026, 9am - 5pm. University of Sheffield."

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Join us tomorrow afternoon for the first meeting of our Orthoptic Support Workforce members. Help shape the focus and work of this group going forward and have your say on the resources, courses and support you'd like to see. Book now: buff.ly/U4ApOAL
"Events. Support Workforce Members Meeting. 12th March 2026. 12:45 pm - 1:15 pm. Online." Image includes BIOS Support Workforce logo and graphics.

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There's still time to register for our annual Glaucoma CPD event. It's being held online on 23rd March, and registration is free for BIOS members. buff.ly/P5VSsRI
"Glaucoma Afternoon Webinar. 23rd March 2026 2pm - 4pm". Image includes Glaucoma CAG ident, which is cross section of eyeball showing pressure arrows.

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We've launched a new CREST SuperStar-inspired activity for children called Curious Eyes. It lets children explore how our eyes work, why humans have 3D vision, and how predators and prey see the world differently. See our Activity here: buff.ly/oZPn8lV #BSW2026
"Curious Eyes: 3D Vision." Includes image of activity sheet and British Science Week logo.

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Registration is now open for our Low Vision Study Day in London in May. There will be discussion of the latest clinical updates in low vision, sharing of good practice, and exploration of the future of visual rehabilitation and habilitation. Book now: buff.ly/4p6be4R
"CPD. Low Vision Study Day. Tuesday 12th May 2026. 10 am - 4 pm. London Imperial Lecture Theatre." The image shows a graphic of an eye with four lines across it, representation low vision, as well as a cross and a prism shape.

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Why does this one eye muscle not work as it should? Why does one eye turn inwards? Why are a patient’s eye movements changing each time we see them? This #BritishScienceWeek, be curious, ask questions, explore the science around you, and see where your curiosity can take you.
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Happy International Women's Day! At a time when women had limited roles in medicine, two women, Mary Maddox and Sheila Mayou, laid the foundations for the orthoptic profession. BIOS stands as a testament to the women who built it. #IWD2026
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We're delighted to join with other NHS unions in calling on employers to sign the Get Ahead on Flex pledge and commit to actions to push forward progress on. Read more: buff.ly/KE5Unmy #TalkAboutFlex
"Get Ahead on Flex Pledge. Lead the conversation. Set a Target. Train for flex. Sign the pledge!. Find out more as talkaboutflex.org/getahead." Text is on dark blue background, with 'Let's Talk about Flex' campaign logo in bottom right.

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You have until 7th April to submit your abstracts for The BIOS Conference 2026 in June. Full details. buff.ly/24WzPTQ #BIOS2026
"BIOS Conference 2026. Abstract submissions open now." Image shows photo of presenter standing at lectern, from previous BIOS Conference.

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We're looking to build an Orthoptic Support Workforce network Join us on 12th March to help shape the focus and work of this group going forward and have your say on the resources, courses and support you'd like to see. Book now: buff.ly/U4ApOAL
"Events. Support Workforce Members Meeting. 12th March 2026. 12:45 pm - 1:15 pm. Online." Image includes BIOS Support Workforce logo and graphics.

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