Job Overview
Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting an experienced Advanced Orthoptist to serve as Lead Clinical Tutor. This role blends advanced clinical practice with educational leadership, supporting undergraduate and MSc pre‑registration students during their placements across 26 weeks each year.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate orthoptic clinical education.
- Develop and maintain student timetables, liaise with university tutors, and ensure high‑quality placement opportunities.
- Provide formative and summative feedback, supporting students’ confidence, clinical skills, and professional practice.
- Serve as a clinical supervisor, delivering teaching, coaching, and assessment to learners.
- Maintain a specialist orthoptic case load across a range of sub‑speciality clinics.
- Produce and update tutorial material and learning resources for clinical placements.
- Input and maintain accurate attendance records and placement databases.
- Advise new clinical supervisors and support their development.
- Promote a positive learning environment, acting as a role model and upholding confidentiality.
- Support Freedom to Speak Up procedures and ensure compliance with correct processes.
- Work autonomously, making decisions within an inter‑professional, multi‑disciplinary framework.
Benefits
- Salary including High‑Cost Area Supplement
- Opportunity to join the NHS Pension Scheme
- Free 24/7 independent counselling service
- Learning and development opportunities
- Easy and quick transport links
- A range of attractive benefits and discounts
- Access to Blue Light Card and NHS discount schemes
- Free Pilates classes
- Full support and training to develop your skills
- Flexible working friendly organisation
Qualifications
Education & Qualifications
- Professional Orthoptic qualification recognised by HCPC.
- Registration as an Orthoptist with HCPC.
- Completion of BIOS clinical tutor course.
Experience
- Extensive clinical experience in orthoptics, working in single‑handed clinics.
- Depth in diagnosis and management of complex ocular disorders.
- Experience supervising orthoptic students.
- Experience developing teaching resources for health‑care professionals and orthoptists.
- Desirable: experience providing formative and summative feedback to learners.
Knowledge
- Evidence of CPD and reflective practice.
- Desirable: experience of audit and/or research to improve learning.
Skills & Abilities
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Additional Information
- Employment subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory DBS disclosure, and two references.
- No visa sponsorship is offered unless specifically stated in the advert.
- MOORFIELDS is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from under‑represented candidates.
- Flexible working is possible. Employees may request flexible arrangements to support work‑life balance.
How to Apply
To discuss reasonable adjustments before applying or to request an accessible version of recruitment documents, contact the recruitment team at moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net. The recruitment portal can be accessed via the Moorfields website for online applications.
Advanced Orthoptist: Lead Clinical Tutor employer: Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship
Moorfields Eye Hospital is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation meets compassionate care. Employees benefit from a strong commitment to professional development, with ample opportunities for growth and training in the healthcare sector, all while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance patient care. The collaborative culture fosters teamwork and inclusivity, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in facility management.
Contact Details:
Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship Recruitment Team
