Careers at Smart Dental Care
With over 30 practices across the North West of England and Northern Ireland, at Smart Dental Care we’re never too far away. Both NHS & Private.
With over 30 practices across the North West of England and Northern Ireland, at Smart Dental Care we’re never too far away. Both NHS & Private.
Smart Dental is one of the UK’s leading dental groups, with 100+ surgeries across 35 locations throughout the North West and Northern Ireland.
Through Smart Dental Academy, we are committed to delivering high-quality training and developing the next generation of dental professionals.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking organisation where education, quality, and learner success are at the heart of everything we do.
By joining Smart Dental Academy, you will become part of a supportive and collaborative team that values professional development and innovation in dental education.
You will have the opportunity to:
Contribute to a modernised training approach
Make a real difference to apprentices’ careers
Enjoy the stability and work-life balance of a weekday, full-time role
Work within a well-established and expanding dental group
The successful candidate will coach and mentor apprentices studying the Level 3 Dental Nurse Practitioner Diploma and Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics.
Applicants must have at least 5 years’ experience as a dental nurse and be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
The role includes:
Planning and delivering engaging classroom-based theoretical teaching
Assessing learners in practice through workplace observations and performance reviews
Supporting learner development and progression
The successful candidate will hold a relevant assessor qualification (TAQA/A1) and a tutoring qualification (AET), or be working towards them.
Regular travel to dental practices across the North West is required. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.
We may consider this role as a Trainee Tutor/Assessor position.
Full support will be provided; however, the cost of the required qualifications will be the responsibility of the candidate.
Important:
Applicants wishing to be considered as a trainee must include a cover letter explaining why they would like to become a Tutor/Assessor.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Level 3 Dental Nursing qualification (C&G / NEBDN)
Current GDC registration
Proven experience working as a dental nurse
Awareness of current dental practices, techniques, and educational methodologies
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle at all times
CAVA and AET qualifications (or equivalent)
Experience teaching, training, or mentoring trainee dental nurses
Experience assessing skills and knowledge in line with City & Guilds standards
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to deliver complex information clearly and engagingly
Strong organisation and time management
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Close attention to detail when assessing learner progress
Ability to identify development needs and recommend improvement strategies
Familiarity with e-learning platforms and online assessment tools
Ability to adapt teaching styles to suit different learners
Experience providing constructive and supportive feedback
Smart Dental Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners.
All appointments are subject to:
Enhanced DBS checks, Safer recruitment practices, Satisfactory employment references
Providing the highest standards in Dental Care.
Complaints:
complaints@smartdentalcare.co.uk
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Ashbrook Office Park
Longstone Road
Manchester
M22 5LB
