MSc Orthoptics pre-registration programme

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust seeks an MSc module lead for clinical placements. This role involves coordinating clinical placements for students, developing module syllabi, and providing educational and pastoral support. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, teaching experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, NHS pension scheme membership, and ongoing professional development. This position is a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of orthoptic education and to work within a supportive and flexible environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

NHS Pension Scheme

24/7 independent counselling support

Career-long learning and development opportunities

Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes

Free Pilates classes

Full support and training to develop skills

Qualifications

• Proven track record in educational leadership and curriculum development.
• Experience in working with UCL or similar educational institutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the clinical placements for MSc students.
• Develop and review the module syllabus in alignment with core curriculum.
• Provide pastoral support and act as a personal tutor for students.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Education

Relevant Degree (e.g., MSc)

Job description

The Module Lead will play a key role: Liaising with other programme module leads to ensure accredited clinical placement programmes have the most up to date evidence-based learning objectives in line with the theoretical knowledge gained on the programme throughout the final year working closely with the senior teaching and learning administrator to assign clinical placements to students and maintain the clinical placement handbooks Being responsible for collaborating and contributing to the delivery of the annual clinical tutor day in conjunction with the other clinical placement lead and co-programme director. providing training in QA for external placement sites regarding competency framework. being the first point of contact for clinical placement tutors needing to liaise with UCL regarding a student on placement and offer pastoral support to students as required. Working collaboratively with the current clinical placement module lead for year 1 clinical placements to provide seamless transition for learners, Ensure the effective and efficient delivery, assessment, and on‑going development of the modules, in compliance with UCL procedures and regulations. Bring to the attention of the Programme co‑leads any concerns relating to the students' clinical work or general welfare. Be familiar with UCL and the Institute's guidelines, particularly those pertaining to staff and student welfare. Leadership Support and coordinate clinical placements and assessment to HCPC requirements. Lead curriculum module review and on‑going development. Work collaboratively with the MSc co‑Programme Director, Module Leads and Head of Orthoptics at MEH as clinical partner on behalf of the trust. Engage in appropriate scholarship in your discipline to support excellent research and evidence‑based teaching within the MSc (pre‑registration) programme. Education Curriculum (in consultation with Programme Leads): Coordinate and contribute to orthoptic‑led module teaching, and developing the module syllabus; ensuring the content aligns with the core curriculum and the Intended Learning Outcomes set out in the Curriculum Map and draw on a variety of teaching methods including small group teaching and tutorials. Ensure the development and provision of core course material for the module is up to date and contributing authors align to the curriculum map, including on‑line resources and e‑learning. Prepare high quality teaching materials for tutorials post clinical placement, communication with students to develop critical thinking and practical skills. Confidently and competently work across a range of teaching platforms including online, classroom and clinical spaces. Support the creation of the clinical placement and tutorial timetable in conjunction with the Programme Leads and Programme's dedicated Senior Teaching and Learning Administrator. Support clinical and academic supervision and tutoring on students on the programme, as directed by Programme Director. Provide pastoral support role for students, such as acting as personal tutor and clinical link tutor and UCL tripartite tutor duties. Promote the development of excellence in learning and teaching through personal scholarly activity. Support CPD and knowledge exchange activity. Assessment Have responsibility for the module assessment. Work with programme and module leads to determine the content of written, practical and clinical assessment aligned with the intended learning outcomes set out in the curriculum map. Participate in writing and reviewing assessment materials for formative and summative written, practical and clinical examinations and to ensure participation by module teachers. Participate in practical and clinical assessments and marking and to ensure participation by module leads and assist with marking for other modules. Co‑ordinate module assessments and course work. Provide constructive written and oral feedback on formative and summative assessment for learners Quality Assurance Actively engage in appropriate training and development to comply with mandatory requirements and sustain excellence in teaching activity. To respond to issues raised through UCL quality monitoring and assurance mechanisms to ensure appropriate follow up action. Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references. We do not offer visa sponsorship for roles unless clearly stated in our adverts, so please consider this before applying. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under‑represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond. Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work‑life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected].

Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust At Moorfields, people's sight matters‑and so do the people who make it possible. For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence. We’re also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it's pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we’re united by one mission‑delivering world‑class eye health, sustainably and at scale. And we're just getting started. Construction is well underway on our groundbreaking new centre in Camden, a joint initiative between Moorfields Eye Hospital, UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity. This modern, flexible facility will bring together eye care, research, and education under one roof‑enabling transformative innovation and collaboration like never before. Could you be part of this future? Make us more.

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applications from dynamic individuals for the fixed term role of MSc module lead for clinical placements (year 2), as we expand the UCL MSc Orthoptic (pre‑registration) education team. The MSc Orthoptics pre‑registration programme has been developed by University College London (UCL), Institute of Ophthalmology (IoO) and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in a joint education partnership. The post holder will hold an honorary contract with UCL IoO and be employed by Moorfields Orthoptic Service. This is a unique opportunity to support the ongoing delivery of the first UK MSc Orthoptics pre‑registration programme alongside UCL Institute of Ophthalmology suite of ophthalmic sub‑specialty taught programmes. The successful applicant will play a pivotal role in supporting and developing the future generation of Orthoptists. At Moorfields, we invest in you—your growth, your wellbeing, your future. You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:

• Competitive salary (including high‑cost area supplement)
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
• 24/7 independent counselling support
• Career‑long learning and development opportunities
• Excellent transport connections
• Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemes
• Free Pilates classes
• Full support and training to develop your skills
• And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.