Oral Health Sciences Tutor - Restorative Department

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Tutor within the BSc in Oral Health Science programme, based at Glasgow Dental Hospital and School. The post holder will play an integral role in the School of Dental Hygiene & Therapy by teaching, assessing and developing the dental hygienist/therapist workstream within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, working in partnership with Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) and Public Services Delivery Scotland (PSDS).

The role contributes to the delivery of ministerial commitments to increase the training of Dental Therapists and supports the delivery of a General Dental Council (GDC) approved Oral Health Sciences programme.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Permanent, Full-time

Shift pattern
- Monday
- Friday 7.2 hours per day

Base location
- Glasgow Dental Hospital and School

• Teach, assess and develop the dental hygienist/therapist workstream.
• Ensure education and training programmes meet General Dental Council (GDC) and University quality assurance standards.
• Support students in acquiring the knowledge and skills required within the Scope of Practice of a Dental Hygienist/Therapist.
• Contribute to the delivery of a 3-year GDC-approved BSc Oral Health Sciences programme.
• Work collaboratively with lecturers, support staff, NHS colleagues and partner organisations.
• Provide and supervise learning in both academic and clinical environments.
• Support high-quality dental hygiene and therapy patient services through clinical education placements.

• Current registration with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Oral Health Sciences, Dental Hygiene and Therapy, or a related field.
• Evidence of teaching experience.

• Achievement at postgraduate level study.
• A Higher Education teaching qualification.

• Understanding of GDC standards and quality assurance requirements.
• Knowledge of the Dental Hygienist/Therapist scope of practice.
• Ability to support both theoretical learning and practical clinical training.

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Angela McGee, Programme Lead
- Angela.mcgeet -

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
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