UCL MSc Clinical Placement Lead

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution in Greater London is seeking a part-time MSc Clinical Placement Lead. The role involves supporting clinical education, liaising with module leads, and ensuring compliance with assessment standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Orthoptics, extensive clinical experience, and a passion for developing future orthoptists. The position offers a salary of £11,255.20 to £12,634.80 per annum, with fixed-term employment for 12 months.

Benefits

Competitive salary including high‑cost area supplement

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme

Career‑long learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Current registration with HCPC is required.
• Extensive post-registration clinical experience is necessary.
• Experience in delivering clinical education and supervision is essential.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with other module leads for clinical placements.
• Support and coordinate clinical placements in compliance with HCPC requirements.
• Assess and develop curriculum modules based on intended learning outcomes.

Skills

Advanced theoretical & practical knowledge of Orthoptics

Ability to meet deadlines

Experience in academic environments

Education

Recognised degree or diploma in Orthoptics

Teaching qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

UCL MSc Clinical Placement Lead

The closing date is 11 January 2026

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.

Main duties of the job

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.

About us

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.

Job responsibilities

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 Institutes 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 in 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 Programmes 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.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

• Advanced theoretical & practical knowledge of Orthoptics
• Extensive post registration clinical experience in orthoptic led and sub‑speciality clinics
• Current assessment experience in a clinical or academic setting
• Evidence of CPD and learning beyond qualification
• Experience of delivering clinical education, training and supervision
• Experience of programme design
• Experience of development of protocols or competencies

Registration & Qualifications

• Current registration with HCPC
• Recognised degree or diploma in Orthoptics with considerable post‑graduate experience
• Teaching qualification or working towards obtaining a recognised qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of specific area of audit – research contributing to evidence based teaching

Skills

• Evidence of recent scholarly activity
• Knowledge of current policies and practices concerning Orthoptics and healthcare education
• Ability to work to and meet deadlines, advanced planning skills
• Experience of working in an academic environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Address

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Salary

£11,255.20 to £12,634.80 a year per annum incl. HCAS, Pro Rata'd as Part Time

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

273-DC-7670627

Job locations

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust