Technical Trainer - Dental

The Sheffield College • Part-time • Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom • £28,207 - £32,917 / year • 5h ago

Technical Trainer - Dental

£28,207 - £32,917 (Salary will be pro rata to hours worked

This role is 18.5 hours a week 0.5fte

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About The role

We are seeking a skilled Dental Technician Trainer to join our team and provide technical support, demonstrations, and training to students across various areas of dental technology. This is an exciting opportunity to use your technical expertise to inspire and mentor the next generation of dental professionals.

This role is 18.5 hours a week 0.5fte

Main Responsibilities

Provide technical help and demonstrate dental technology techniques across all areas of dental technology during practical sessions
Offer continuous support for students during practical sessions, helping them refine their skills and understanding
Ensure that all equipment is ready and available for use, including the preparation of models, casts, and materials
Maintain and clean equipment on a regular schedule (daily, weekly, monthly), ensuring it is in excellent working order for practical sessions
Take responsibility for the maintenance and cleanliness of plaster rooms and classrooms after practical sessions, ensuring a safe and tidy working environment
Order necessary materials and ensure that stock levels are adequate for practical sessions
Ensure full compliance with safety protocols, including maintaining a COSHH folder, completing risk assessments, and ensuring safe storage of materials
Work closely with faculty members to provide technical guidance and support during lectures and practical workshops
Key Skills & Qualifications:
Ideally GDC registered
Proven experience as a Dental Technician, with a strong practical background in dental technology
Knowledge of dental techniques and materials, with the ability to demonstrate them clearly to students
Strong organisational and time-management skills to ensure the smooth operation of practical sessions
Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with students and staff
Familiarity with safety regulations and the ability to enforce safety protocols in the practical environment
A proactive and supportive approach to student learning, with a passion for mentoring and teaching

If you want to find out more about the role please contact Tina Harrison, Assistant Principle Tina.Harrison@sheffcol.ac.uk

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £28,207- £32,917 per annum (this will be pro rata to the hours work) based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Our benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with SYPA- 17.1%
Annual leave - 30 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this
Health and wellbeing, we offer
Employee assistance programme through Bupa
Occupational Health through PAM
Free eye tests for VDU users
Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses

urther information can be found on our Benefits and Career Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant, we’re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps:

To apply: Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk CVs are currently not accepted.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 19th January 2026

Please be aware – If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.

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