Job summary
Applications are invited for a highly motivated, dynamic and flexible dental hygienist / dental therapist who is interested in educating the future workforce.
You will work alongside experienced clinical and academic staff to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours - ensuring professional and confidential graduates. As a team we actively encourage innovation in our education and assessment.
Main duties of the job
You will need to hold current GDC registration as a dental hygienist or dental therapist with at least 3 years current experience working within primary or secondary care, experience within NHS is preferable. Educational experience is desirable but not essential, the role is ideal for someone who would like to expand their role through teaching and influencing the education of the next generation of dental professionals.
The post is based at the Royal National ENT & Eastman Dental Hospitals, part of University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Successful applicants will join an established Dental Education Team committed to high quality research-based academic and clinical teaching.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
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University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
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National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
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Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
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University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
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Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
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University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
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The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
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University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or BSc in Dental Hygiene or Dental Therapy
- Full registration with the General Dental Council
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certification in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education or equivalent
- Higher degree (MSc, PhD or equivalent)
- Knowledge of the clinical and educational expectations for training dental hygienists
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical experience in general dental practice: oWorking to full scope of practice oDemonstrating depth of understanding of the role
- Ability to work effectively within a team
Desirable
- Experience of delivering education and training to dental professionals
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Advanced IT skills (including MS Office Suite)
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance in education
- Knowledge of the principals of clinical governance, audit and research.
- Ability to draw on a range of methods and techniques to effectively engage participants in the process of learning
- Experience supervising trainees within the clinical environment
- Experience of student assessments / examinations
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate highly complex information with clarity and sensitivity to a range of audiences
Desirable
- Ability to provide candid and constructive feedback to students and peers
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Familiarity with GDC regulations and standards
- Good organisational and time management skills, ability to plan and prioritise own workload
Desirable
- Ability to motivate, support and manage emotions of others in a highly demanding training environment
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding and uphold the NHS and educational obligations of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or BSc in Dental Hygiene or Dental Therapy
- Full registration with the General Dental Council
Desirable
- Post Graduate Certification in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education or equivalent
- Higher degree (MSc, PhD or equivalent)
- Knowledge of the clinical and educational expectations for training dental hygienists
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of clinical experience in general dental practice: oWorking to full scope of practice oDemonstrating depth of understanding of the role
- Ability to work effectively within a team
Desirable
- Experience of delivering education and training to dental professionals
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Advanced IT skills (including MS Office Suite)
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of quality assurance in education
- Knowledge of the principals of clinical governance, audit and research.
- Ability to draw on a range of methods and techniques to effectively engage participants in the process of learning
- Experience supervising trainees within the clinical environment
- Experience of student assessments / examinations
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate highly complex information with clarity and sensitivity to a range of audiences
Desirable
- Ability to provide candid and constructive feedback to students and peers
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Familiarity with GDC regulations and standards
- Good organisational and time management skills, ability to plan and prioritise own workload
Desirable
- Ability to motivate, support and manage emotions of others in a highly demanding training environment
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding and uphold the NHS and educational obligations of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, UCLH
47-49 Huntley Street
London
WC1E 6DG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
