Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship
Specialty Manager - Paediatrics, Strabismus and Neuro-ophthalmology
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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
An exciting opportunity is available for a Specialty Manager in the City Road Division at Moorfields Eye Hospital.
We are looking for an experienced Specialty Manager to join the team, working in the Paediatrics, Strabismus, and Neuro-ophthalmology departments.
The post holder will play a vital role in the day-to-day operational management for these services within the division and line management of the administrative team.
This is an exciting time to join the team as we prepare to implement a brand new electronic patient record (EPR) system and relocate to a new centre in 2027.
The post will be a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Main duties of the job
The Main Duties Of The Specialty Manager Role Include
- Operational management of outpatient, admitted, and emergency pathways within the services
- Management of a busy and dynamic administrative department
- Management of formal HR processes
- Contribution to service improvement, strategy, and financial management
A full and detailed job description and person specification is included.
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.
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Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
The Specialty Manager post holder is responsible for the operational management of the Paediatrics, Strabismus, and Neuro-ophthalmology services within the City Road Division of the Hospital.
The post-holder will report directly to the Assistant Divisional Manager, and will be responsible for key deliverables including RTT performance, delivering activity against the annual business plan, and staff management within the department within the budgeted financial envelope.
It is expected the post-holder will have strong experience in managing formal HR processes, and experience of managing NHS services at a similar level.
The post-holder will be expected to have a key leadership role in managing the two large-scale changes due to take place in the organisation in 2027.
A full and detailed job description and person specification is included.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge, skills, and management experience
- Previous operational management experience within the acute sector or similarly complex organisation
- Knowledge and effective management of ophthalmology pathways and targets
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge and experience of service improvement tools and techniques
Experience
Essential criteria
- Proven track record of meeting significant national targets
- Budget management experience, including cost improvement
- Evidence of report writing and presenting skills
- Experience of staff management, including setting objectives, team and individual appraisal, recruitment, and disciplinary issues
- Experience of management of formal HR processes
Desirable criteria
- Experience of implementing digital solutions
- Proven track record of success in managing change
Job Related Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to prioritise effectively in the face of competing demands, and work under pressure to strict deadlines and RTT waiting times target
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and influencing skills with the ability to motivate and engage individuals and team
- Problem-solving skills: able to respond to unexpected issues, provide a first-line response
Desirable criteria
- Ability to analyse and interpret data and statistics e.g. activity trends
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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.
Moorfields Eye Hospital does not charge applicants any recruitment or sponsorship fees. Our website and published contact details are the only authorised channels for applications and verification of job offers.
https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us
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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.
Documents to download
- Job Description and PS (PDF, 288.6KB)
- MEH Staff Benefits (PDF, 919.1KB)
- MEH Privacy Notice (PDF, 138.0KB)
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Name Natalie Turner
Job title Assistant Divisional Manager
Email address natalie.turner6@nhs.net
Telephone number 07834 867587
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