Dental Specialist Lecturer - 40 hours per academic year

Join Yeovil College, at the forefront of dental education, as a Dental Specialist Lecturer, sharing your industry knowledge and technical expertise with the next generation of dental professionals. With just 40 hours of teaching across the academic year, this is a flexible opportunity that can fit around your existing professional commitments. You could support students across specialist areas including Ceramics, Tooth Anatomy, Implants, Digital Prosthesis, Denture Design, Surveying, Patterning and Composite, as well as delivering theory and practical application within Anatomy and Materials. 

Working closely with our experienced Dental teaching team, you’ll deliver engaging practical and theoretical sessions, helping students develop their technical skills, confidence and understanding of industry practice. You’ll remain on our bank of specialist lecturers, with teaching arranged collaboratively as opportunities arise, giving you the flexibility to contribute when your expertise is most needed. GDC registration and a relevant technical background are essential. 

 

What we're looking for: 

  • Relevant experience and expertise in Dental Technology, with knowledge across areas such as crown and bridge, dentures, orthodontics, Anatomy and Materials.  

  • Teaching experience across different levels, with a passion for teaching, learning and supporting high levels of student achievement.  

  • Up-to-date industry knowledge, including digital dental technology and experience with Exocad, 3D scanners, printers and milling machines, or a willingness to develop these skills.  

  • Relevant Dental Technology qualification or degreeGDC registration, GCSE English and Maths (A–C), and a teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.  

  • Strong organisational and teamwork skills, with the ability to maintain effective work systems and collaborate positively with colleagues. 

 

What we offer: 

  • Hourly Salary: £37.16 to £42.40 per hour depending on skills and experience  

  • Part-time position, 40 hours per academic year, all year round. 

  • Generous pension scheme of 28.68% employer contributions  

  • Staff discount scheme with high street and online retailers 

  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth 

  • Employee assistance programme 

  • Free onsite gym 

  • Subsidised catering facilities 

  • Cycle to work scheme 

  • Access to free staff parking 

 

Don't miss out!  

Join Yeovil College and make a real difference in the lives of students as they embark on their educational journeys. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team! 

 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re excited about this opportunity, submit your application as soon as possible! 

 

Safeguarding Statement 

Yeovil College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. 

 

Potential applicants should be aware that all successful applicants will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check including child and if required adult barred list checks.  

 

Yeovil College uses a third party registered body called uCheck to complete DBS checks on our behalf.  Your data is handled according to the DBS Code of Practice which is available from the DBS website  

 

DBS checks are only one of several methods used to assess candidates’ suitability to work with children and young adults.  

 



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