Clinical Lead Optometrist at University of Plymouth

This is an exciting chance to lead and manage a clinical team as part of a progressive, forward thinking Optometry programme, where you can really make a difference.

The position will provide an enthusiastic optometrist with a unique opportunity to combine clinical practice, teaching and scholarly activity. You will be responsible for all clinical activity, ranging from the performance of non-student clinics and supporting student learning through leading and shaping a comprehensive range of eye care services. You would be responsible for the continued training and development of the clinical team at CEE. Key elements of the role will be to ensure high standards of professional quality as well as accurate and comprehensive records of student achievement.

You will be registered with the General Optical Council and have a strong interest in the clinical and educational aspects of the profession. Continued engagement with optometry practice is an essential part of this role and active engagement in clinical teaching is expected. You will be responsible for maintaining the NHS contracts of the clinic and will be supported in all aspects of this role by an experienced Practice Manager and a Deputy Clinical Lead (Dispensing Optician), alongside a full academic team. 

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Claire Gorman by email at claire.gorman@plymouth.ac.uk

The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.

This role will require an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check plus a Children’s Barred List and Adults Barred List check.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

Closing Date: 12 Midnight, Monday 14^th August 2023

Interviews are likely to take place on Wednesday 23^rd August 2023.

This is a permanet, full-time position working 37 hours a week.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

The Faculty of Health holds a Silver Athena Swan Award and the University holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award which recognises commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEMM academia.

Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.