Programme Team Leader

NHS Jobs; Greenford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Programme Team Leader for the Diabetic Eye Screening programme in North West London. The role leads a team of screeners, coaches, and mentors to ensure high-quality screening and grading services. A Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners and GCSEs in Maths and English are essential.

The post requires strong organisational skills and the ability to manage rosters, drive staff development, and uphold rigorous QA standards across clinics.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop others.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and support a team of screeners to deliver screening and grading services.
• Provide mentoring and training to maintain high clinical standards.
• Assist with staff rota planning and ensure adequate clinic coverage at all times.
• Monitor clinics to ensure compliance with standards.
• Work with Programme Manager to meet programme objectives.
• Oversee compliance processes and provide support where required.
• Promote a proactive, solution-focused approach to daily challenges.
• Maintain high standards of patient care and service delivery.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisation

Education

Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Programme Team Leader, Diabetic Eye Screening Location: North West London Salary: £32,530 A driving license and access to a car is essential for the role. At InHealth, we are proud to have supported the NHS Diabetic Eye Screening Programme since 2011. Today, we deliver fully managed screening services nationwide, supported by innovative in-house technology that enhances efficiency and improves the experience for both patients and our teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and support a team of screeners to deliver excellent screening and grading services
• Provide mentoring, training and constructive challenge to maintain high clinical standards
• Support team members in achieving their Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners
• Assist with staff rota planning and ensure adequate clinic and grading cover at all times
• Monitor clinic environments to ensure compliance with clinical and organisational standards
• Work collaboratively with the Programme Manager to meet programme objectives
• Oversee compliance processes and provide support where required
• Promote a proactive, solution focused approach to daily challenges
• Maintain the highest standards of patient care and service delivery

What We Are Looking For

Essential

• Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Diploma or Level 3 Diploma for Health Screeners
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop others
• High standard of grading in line with Internal Quality Assurance

Desirable

• Previous experience in a supervisory or team leadership role
• Experience in rota planning or operational coordination

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust