MSc Orthoptic (pre-reg) co-module lead for Ophthalmology II

YOU MAKE US MORE

Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust At Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.

YOU MAKE US MORE Join Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust At Moorfields, people’s sight matters—and so do the people who make it possible.

For over 200 years, Moorfields has been at the forefront of ophthalmic care, research, and education. With more than 2,300 dedicated team members and over 700,000 patients seen annually across our City Road site and 22 networked sites, we are proud to be a global centre of excellence.

We're also a vibrant community where kindness, equity and excellence shape every aspect of our work. Whether it’s pioneering research through our partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre or training the next generation of global eye care leaders, we’re united by one mission—delivering world‑class eye health, sustainably and at scale.

And we’re just getting started.

From 2027, we’ll move to our brand-new Oriel site in St Pancras, Camden—a state‑of‑the‑art centre that will unite eye care, research, and education under one roof. This groundbreaking facility, developed in partnership with UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Eye Charity, will enable transformative innovation and collaboration like never before.

Could you be part of this future? Make us more.

Job Overview

Are you an Orthoptist, Optometrist or Ophthalmic Doctor looking to develop your career in further education? Do you have a passion to deliver core ophthalmic knowledge and skills to the next generation? If yes, then Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust welcomes applications for the role of MSc co‑module lead Ophthalmology I on the UCL MSc Orthoptic (pre‑reg) programme, working within a multi‑disciplinary team.

The MSc Orthoptics 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.

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 organisation

And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please see our Moorfields benefits document.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Ensure the effective and efficient delivery, assessment and on‑going development of the module, in compliance with UCL procedures and regulations

Have excellent communication and time management skills to ensure subject matter experts delivering module content are scheduled and supported accordingly

Be familiar with UCL and the Institute's guidelines, particularly those pertaining to staff and student welfare

Bring to the attention of the programme leads any concerns relating to the students' academic work or general welfare.

Person specification

Registration

Essential criteria

• Recognised degree with the appropriate body registration : HCPC, GOC, GMC
• Significant post graduate clinical experience

Desirable criteria

• Teaching qualification or working towards obtaining a recognised qualification or equivalent experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential criteria

• Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of ophthalmology
• Extensive experience in a hospital setting or core skills and sub‑speciality clinics
• Assessment experience in a clinical or academic setting

Desirable criteria

• Experience of curriculum development
• Experience of developing protocols and competencies

CPD

Essential criteria

• Evidence beyond of CPD of professional development
• Evidence of delivering clinical education

Desirable criteria

• Experience of research and student supervision

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‑representated 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.

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Name Kelly MacKenzie Job title Head of Orthoptics Email address Kelly.mackenzie1@nhs.net Telephone number 0207 566 2164 Additional information

Dipesh Patel MSc Programme Director for MSc Orthoptics (pre‑reg)

Email: Dipesh_Patel@ucl.ac.uk