Job summary
We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to join the Dental Team Education Centre as a Dental Nurse Trainer to work along side our experienced Foundation Training Team. In this unique role, the postholder will be involved with all aspects of training our Trainee Dental Nurses, aiding them in achieving their Level 3 City & Guilds Dental Nursing Certificate.
Main duties of the job
Training and Assessing:
1. Deliver training as described in the relevant training plan to student dental nurses and other dental team members
2. Support the provision of regular individual student reviews
3. Ensure that students understand and are familiar with the structure, assessment methods and portfolio building requirements
4. Facilitate observations of learners in the workplace
5. Communicate effectively with a variety of members of the oral healthcare team
6. Liaise closely with the other members of the training team
7. Assess other sources of evidence used by students in the compilation of their portfolios and give oral and written feedback.
8. Provide pastoral support to students
9. Comply with Awarding Body and Centre quality procedures
10. Be responsible for recording and maintaining support and assessment documentation
11. Deputise for the Training Co-ordinators ensuring continuity of service as required
12. Maintain confidentiality and security of portfolios, documentation and all other information relating to students or staff.
13. Take personal responsibility for keeping up to date including further studies, background reading and attending courses ensuring professional registration is maintained
14. Attend and contribute to a range of meetings
15. Participate in the selection process for new students as required ensuring the best candidates are given training opportunities as appropriate.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General Daily (Other) Duties and Responsibilities:
To avoid behaviour which discriminates against students and your fellow employees/potential employees on the grounds of sex, sexuality, marital status, race, age, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or disability.
Be aware of the responsibilities placed upon you under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, students and visitors.
To demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to the Trust Child Protection Policies.
To liaise and work with colleagues across the trust to share best practice and ideas to strengthen practice.
To work flexibly in response to the needs of the Training Centre
The post holder may be required to wear a uniform on occasion
This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However, the duties of the post may change and develop over time and may therefore be amended in consultation with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General Daily (Other) Duties and Responsibilities:
To avoid behaviour which discriminates against students and your fellow employees/potential employees on the grounds of sex, sexuality, marital status, race, age, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or disability.
Be aware of the responsibilities placed upon you under the Health & Safety at Work Act (1974) and ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, students and visitors.
To demonstrate an understanding of and adhere to the Trust Child Protection Policies.
To liaise and work with colleagues across the trust to share best practice and ideas to strengthen practice.
To work flexibly in response to the needs of the Training Centre
The post holder may be required to wear a uniform on occasion
This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However, the duties of the post may change and develop over time and may therefore be amended in consultation with the post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Essential
- Hold a nationally recognised qualification as a Dental Nurse
- Registered as a DCP with the GDC
- Hold or be working towards a teaching qualification (L3 or above)
- Experience of delivering training
- Experience of setting objectives, reviewing progress and giving feedback
- Experience of managing difficult conversations
- Full range of IT skills including spreadsheet analysis, PowerPoint and advanced keyboard skills
- Excellent communication skills with a wide range of staff with differing levels of responsibility and different professional backgrounds
- Ability to work pro-actively and co-operatively with all members of the dental team
- An ability and interest in coaching others to improve performance
- An interest in supporting the physical and mental health of others
- Ability to manage self in terms of workload and deadlines
Desirable
- Hold a Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (or equivalent)
- Hold a Post - Registration qualification
- Experience of using a Virtual Learning Environment e.g. Moodle
- Experience of using an electronic portfolio
- Experience of awarding grades against set criteria
Person Specification
Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Essential
- Hold a nationally recognised qualification as a Dental Nurse
- Registered as a DCP with the GDC
- Hold or be working towards a teaching qualification (L3 or above)
- Experience of delivering training
- Experience of setting objectives, reviewing progress and giving feedback
- Experience of managing difficult conversations
- Full range of IT skills including spreadsheet analysis, PowerPoint and advanced keyboard skills
- Excellent communication skills with a wide range of staff with differing levels of responsibility and different professional backgrounds
- Ability to work pro-actively and co-operatively with all members of the dental team
- An ability and interest in coaching others to improve performance
- An interest in supporting the physical and mental health of others
- Ability to manage self in terms of workload and deadlines
Desirable
- Hold a Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (or equivalent)
- Hold a Post - Registration qualification
- Experience of using a Virtual Learning Environment e.g. Moodle
- Experience of using an electronic portfolio
- Experience of awarding grades against set criteria
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
