Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Practice Facilitator to join the Operating Theatres team at Moorfields Eye Hospital, City Road. This role is pivotal in supporting the development, education and clinical competence of perioperative staff within a highly specialised ophthalmic service.
Working closely with the Theatre Practice Educator and senior clinical leaders, the post holder will support learning in practice, promote evidence-based care, and contribute to a positive learning culture within theatres. The role combines clinical credibility with an educational focus, supporting staff across Bands 3-6 to deliver safe, high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative pathway.
This post is ideal for an experienced registered practitioner who is passionate about education, staff development and patient safety, and who is motivated to influence and support continuous improvement in clinical practice.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the delivery of practice-based education within the perioperative environment, working in partnership with the Practice Educator to support staff development within anaesthetics and recovery.
The post holder will contribute to both the clinical and educational functions of the department, maintaining a significant clinical presence while facilitating learning in practice. This includes supporting staff as they work towards completion of their clinical competencies, enabling them to translate theoretical knowledge into safe, effective clinical practice and to function as confident members of the theatre team.
Working directly alongside practitioners in the clinical environment, the post holder will model high standards of practice and support individuals to adapt their transferable skills to the specific requirements of ophthalmic anaesthetics and recovery. The role involves promoting evidence-based practice through day-to-day clinical support, supervision and coaching, ensuring learning is embedded within routine theatre activity.
The Practice Facilitator will work collaboratively with the Practice Educator to support the implementation of best practice, contributing to the development of staff capability while maintaining patient safety and quality of care within the operating theatres.
About us
What's in it for You?
At Moorfields, we invest in you--your growth, your wellbeing, your future.You'll join a flexible, supportive organisation offering:
o Competitive salary (including high-cost area supplement)o Membership of the NHS Pension Schemeo 24/7 independent counselling supporto Career-long learning and development opportunitieso Excellent transport connectionso Access to NHS and Blue Light discount schemeso Free Pilates classeso Full support and training to develop your skills
And so much more! To see the full range of benefits we offer please view our Moorfields benefits leaflet.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities in conjunction with the Theatre Practice Educator, the post holder will be responsible for:
- Assess and support the clinical development of perioperative staff (Bands 36) through competency assessment, feedback, action planning, and professional development plans.
- Act as a clinical role model and mentor, providing hands-on teaching and daily support in scrub, circulating, aseptic technique, medicines management, equipment use, and care of patients undergoing complex surgery.
- Support safe practice by promoting SOP compliance, infection control (including decontamination), equipment competency, and participation in LOCSSIPs and quality improvement activity.
- Contribute to staff education by delivering induction, mandatory training, teaching sessions, and supporting audits/projects to promote evidence-based practice.
- Maintain a positive learning environment, ensure a robust mentorship framework, and sustain own clinical competence and professional development in line with NMC/HCPC requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities in conjunction with the Theatre Practice Educator, the post holder will be responsible for:
- Assess and support the clinical development of perioperative staff (Bands 36) through competency assessment, feedback, action planning, and professional development plans.
- Act as a clinical role model and mentor, providing hands-on teaching and daily support in scrub, circulating, aseptic technique, medicines management, equipment use, and care of patients undergoing complex surgery.
- Support safe practice by promoting SOP compliance, infection control (including decontamination), equipment competency, and participation in LOCSSIPs and quality improvement activity.
- Contribute to staff education by delivering induction, mandatory training, teaching sessions, and supporting audits/projects to promote evidence-based practice.
- Maintain a positive learning environment, ensure a robust mentorship framework, and sustain own clinical competence and professional development in line with NMC/HCPC requirements.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered ODP / NMC Registered Nurse
- Anaesthetic Practice Qualification
- Recognised clinical teaching qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Clinical expert in anaesthetic and recovery procedures in Ophthalmology
- Evidence of successful experience in clinical supervising role, facilitating/assessing student/learners in practice
Desirable
- Experience of public speaking or delivering classroom lecture
- Appropriate experience with Paediatric Anaesthesia
Knowledge
Essential
- High level of Clinical skills and knowledge
- Involvement in Nursing Audit and Research
Skills
Essential
- Able to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting
- Positive attitude to change with proven ability to assist senior staff in the implementation of change and practice development
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered ODP / NMC Registered Nurse
- Anaesthetic Practice Qualification
- Recognised clinical teaching qualification or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Clinical expert in anaesthetic and recovery procedures in Ophthalmology
- Evidence of successful experience in clinical supervising role, facilitating/assessing student/learners in practice
Desirable
- Experience of public speaking or delivering classroom lecture
- Appropriate experience with Paediatric Anaesthesia
Knowledge
Essential
- High level of Clinical skills and knowledge
- Involvement in Nursing Audit and Research
Skills
Essential
- Able to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting
- Positive attitude to change with proven ability to assist senior staff in the implementation of change and practice development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
