UCL MSc Clinical Placement Lead

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Greater London seeks a part-time MSc module lead for clinical placements to enhance the UCL MSc Orthoptic education team. The role requires current HCPC registration and involves coordinating clinical placements, supporting students, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality education. Benefits include a competitive salary, NHS Pension, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Career-long learning and development opportunities

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Current registration with HCPC.
• Considerable postgraduate experience in Orthoptics.
• Experience of delivering clinical education and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with programme module leads for learning objectives.
• Collaborate on the delivery of clinical tutor training.
• Provide pastoral support to students during placements.

Skills

Knowledge of current policies and practices concerning Orthoptics and healthcare education

Advanced planning skills

Evidence of recent scholarly activity

Education

Recognised degree or diploma in Orthoptics

Job description

Job Summary

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applications 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 post holder will hold an honorary contract with UCL IoO and be employed by Moorfields Orthoptic Service.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with other programme module leads to ensure accredited clinical placement programmes have up‑to‑date evidence‑based learning objectives.
• Collaborate on the delivery of the annual clinical tutor day and provide training in quality assurance for external placement sites.
• Act as the first point of contact for clinical placement tutors, liaise with UCL regarding students on placement and offer pastoral support to students as required.
• Work collaboratively with the current clinical placement module lead for year 1 to provide seamless transition for learners.
• Support and coordinate clinical placements and assessment in line with HCPC requirements.
• Lead curriculum module review and ongoing development in consultation with programme leads.
• Prepare high‑quality teaching materials for tutorials post clinical placement and support the creation of the clinical placement timetable.
• Provide pastoral support role for students, acting as personal tutor and clinical link tutor and UCL tripartite tutor duties.
• Engage in appropriate scholarly activity and support CPD and knowledge exchange activity.

Qualifications and Experience

• Current registration with HCPC.
• Recognised degree or diploma in Orthoptics with considerable postgraduate experience.
• Evidence of CPD and learning beyond qualification.
• Experience of delivering clinical education, training and supervision.
• Experience of programme design (desirable).
• Experience of developing protocols or competencies (desirable).

Skills

• Evidence of recent scholarly activity.
• Knowledge of current policies and practices concerning Orthoptics and healthcare education.
• Advanced planning skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience of working in an academic environment (desirable).

Benefits

Competitive salary, NHS Pension Scheme, 24/7 independent counselling support, career‑long learning and development opportunities, excellent transport connections, NHS and Blue Light discount schemes, free Pilates classes, and full support and training to develop your skills.

Contract & Working Pattern

Fixed term, 12 months, part‑time, part of the trust’s business units and offering HCPC regulated placement lead duties.

Location

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, 162 City Road, London, EC1V 2PD.

Contact

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.