Ophthalmic Training Lead

Interviews scheduled for the afternoon of 7th October 2025. We welcome applications from both registered and non‑registered candidates.

WHO ARE WE? 

Newmedica is one of the leading providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology services in England.

• Our Purpose is to make a positive difference to people’s lives


• Our Vision is to change lives through better sight and eye health


• Our Promise is to use our expertise and compassion to help people feel special, reassured and cared for We provide services for NHS ICBs, NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts, and other providers of NHS funded services.

We deliver over 125,000 patient interactions annually, including outpatient appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. Our services are delivered through a variety of models including Managed Services and Ophthalmology Joint Venture (OJV) Partnerships.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Ophthalmic Training Lead has a pivotal role in maintaining excellent partnerships with course providers and the coordination of student placement requirements, as well as leading the provision of training/development of the clinical team and maintenance of the volunteer programme.
The Ophthalmic Training Lead works closely with the departmental leads to assist with managing the efficient and safe running of our Theatre and Outpatient services, and deputises in their absence. The role comprises of clinical and non-clinical duties, 3:1 respectively. Clinical duties are across the service on both sites; diagnostics, pre- and post-op assessments, admission, discharge, theatre duties, including scrub, and part of the advisory on-call team. Non-clinical duties include oversight of clinical activity and staffing, incident investigations, clinical triage, line management, support and mentorship for the team, volunteers and students.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Education & Training

• To enhance the partnership with course providers and coordinators for placements.
• To be key contact with course providers in order to coordinate student placements and assign assessor/supervisors.
• To maintain a formal structure for placement provision that we can share to assure the course provider and set expectations for the students and assessors.
• To oversee that placement and assessor requirements are fulfilled, liaising with the link coordinator at the course provider as necessary.
• To increase student placement volumes, revenue and feedback processes.
• To lead the training, mentorship and assessment requirements of the clinical team and ensure competence and high standards are maintained.
• To work closely with the Human Resources team to ensure a smooth transition for new recruits.
• To ensure the clinical team; contracted employees and flexible bank staff, registered and non-registered, receive an effective orientation and induction, and any necessary supervision.
• To link with Newmedica Learning & Development team for training resources and course information to ensure CPD requirements are fulfilled across the service.
• To support the Clinical Service Manager and departmental Leads with registered staff revalidation requirements as necessary.
• To coordinate the volunteer programme and establish other such initiatives to benefit the service.

THE INDIVIDUAL

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION

• Hold current registration and work to the requirements of the Codes of Practice and Professional Standard


• as befits their professional registration (if registered)


• Hold a current professional degree/diploma or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• Previous Ophthalmic experience (essential).


• Both theatre scrub and outpatients experience (desirable).


• Leadership / management experience (desirable).


• Comfortable with Microsoft Office products and using computerised systems for data input/output and review.

SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Calm in pressurised environments and experience of high-volume clinical activity.


• Ability to work with a range of individuals across a variety of functions.


• Organised with a high attention to detail.


• Team player who is willing and happy to support the effective running of a Newmedica service.

What were offering

• A competitive salary of up to £42,500 DOE pro rata for part time


• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays  


• A company pension scheme  


• Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service, access to a registered mental health nurse, cycle to work scheme, life assurance, blue light card, pension scheme, birthday gift, employee of the quarter, bonus scheme, plus more.


• An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and courses.  


• Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients   


•  A bright, spacious and modern working environment, built to the highest standards

If you would like an informal chat about the opportunity, please contact [email protected] along with a copy of an up-to-date CV.

STATUS OF THIS DOCUMENT
This job description is a guide to the work that you will initially be required to undertake.
It may be changed from time to time, in consultation with you, to meet changing circumstances.
It does not form part of your contract of employment.

CRIMINAL RECORDS DECLARATION
Newmedica is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and we will ask applicants to disclose details of convictions, irrespective of whether they are spent or not.

SAFEGUARDING
It is the responsibility of all Newmedica employees and contractors to fully comply with Newmedica safeguarding policies and procedures.
Individuals must ensure that they understand their role in protecting adults and children that may be at risk of abuse.