Clinical Teaching Fellow

Applications are invited for a Teaching Fellow vacancy with responsibility for teaching undergraduates and postgraduates, including undergraduate medical students in line with the universities’ and RCOphth ophthalmology curricula, postgraduate learners (Foundation Doctors, GPs and MSc students), and Undergraduate & Postgraduate Physicians Associates.

Candidates should be at least at a level of ST3 (or equivalent) and be able to provide evidence of formal and informal teaching experience. Those nearing the end of their clinical training (or post CCT) candidates are welcome to apply.

Clinical Duties:

• Full management of patients attending hospital clinics & casualty departments as required.
• Attend specified clinics as established by Service / Training Director of their chosen service(s).
• Supervision of junior medical staff in the Service and participation in informal and formal clinical teaching.
• Opportunities for undertaking clinical research, audit and quality improvement projects.
• There are no surgical lists attached to this post but this is at the discretion of the Service Director of the chosen Service.

Teaching Duties:

• Preparation, development and upkeep of teaching material (including websites) and equipment.
• Student projects, supervision and feedback.
• Assessment of coursework and dissertations.
• Mentoring medical students in preparing coursework, abstracts, posters, publications as required.
• Identifying underperforming learners and offering additional teaching.
• Audit / research / quality improvement projects into education / training methods.
• Mandatory attendance at and active contributory role in the running of the Moorfields Academy.
• Writing exam questions, case‑based PBL.
• Marking and assessments (oral and written).

Working for our organisation:

At Moorfields, we provide more than just an excellent career and great colleagues to work with. We also offer:

• 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 other NHS Discount Schemes.
• Free Pilates classes.
• Full support and training to develop your skills.
• Flexible working friendly organization.

This is a post within Moorfields Eye Hospital and can be associated with a subspecialty department of the candidate’s choice within the Hospital. It will mainly involve sessions at City Road and St George’s, but can include sessions at any of the Moorfields satellite units. Applicants at the final stages of their training are very welcome. There are no on-call or regular surgical sessions associated with this post. The post is not recognised towards completion of continuum of training (CCT). This is a full‑time post. Part‑time working may be arranged. The teaching timetable is known in advance, but will change from week to week. The post holder will have a timetable with 8 PA and 2 SPA/ RSTA sessions a week. Over the period of the year, 50‑60% of the post holder’s weekly time is spent on teaching duties with 40‑50% on clinical work and associated duties.

Training, quality improvement and research (into educational methods and clinical ophthalmology) is very much encouraged and there may be an opportunity to undertake a distance learning degree in medical education for all those interested who stay in post for 1 year or more. Teaching fellows undertaking / holding higher degrees in medical education are particularly welcome. Every effort is made to allow sufficient time for medical education study and research in order to ensure completion of higher degrees and publications in the 12‑month period of the teaching fellowship. The PGcert level higher degree in medical education is part funded by the department and time for fulfilling course assignments and CPD / journal club events can be organised.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications:

• Full GMC Registration with a License to Practice or eligible to apply.
• ST3 or equivalent (or higher) in training programme.
• MBBS (or equivalent).

Experience:

• Evidence of formal and informal teaching experience.
• Exposure to different groups / teaching methods.
• Evidence of effective teaching (including student and peer feedback and evaluation).

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in specialties related to Ophthalmology.

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 moorfields.recruitment@nhs.net.