At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative teaching in Special Care Dentistry and mentor future dental professionals.
- Company: Join a prestigious university with a commitment to diverse and inclusive education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on dental education and patient care while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Must have a dental qualification and experience in teaching and administration.
The predicted salary is between 111430 - 148064 £ per year.
To play a significant role in the development and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and assessment in Special Care Dentistry. You will work collaboratively as part of a large team to develop and deliver on areas of dental education that require a multidisciplinary approach. You will be expected to participate fully in management and administration of the Dental School, including contributing to agenda setting and supporting the development of strategic priorities at a senior level. The primary focus of the role is Learning & Teaching. In addition, you will be expected to perform the duties of an Honorary Consultant in Special Care Dentistry.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of a range of teaching, assessment and feedback activities in Special Care Dentistry, promoting scholarly learning for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Work collaboratively with a large team to design, develop and deliver teaching, assessment and feedback that requires input from multiple disciplines.
- Develop creative and innovative approaches to teaching and learning, ensuring the quality of educational opportunities is continually enhanced.
- Participate in the ongoing development and review of both undergraduate and postgraduate curricula.
- Supervise undergraduate and taught postgraduate student research projects.
- Provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support learning.
- Undertake research and other scholarly activities relevant to the delivery of dental education, publishing outcomes in peer‑reviewed journals.
- Contribute at a senior level to management within the Dental School and undertake senior administrative duties associated with the delivery of teaching and the academic management of the Dental School.
- Undertake the clinical and administrative duties as an Honorary Consultant in Special Care Dentistry, as agreed in annual joint University / NHS job planning.
- Undertake undergraduate teaching activity at Outreach Centres located outside the Dental School & Hospital if required.
Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Knowledge/Qualifications
- Essential
- A1 Registrable qualification with the General Dental Council; must have full registration prior to start date.
- A2 Completion of UK specialist training pathway in Special Care Dentistry or equivalent.
- A3 Eligible for inclusion on the GDC Specialist List in Special Care Dentistry; must be registered with the GDC on the Specialist List prior to start date.
- A4 Master’s degree or Higher Research Degree.
- Desirable
- B1 Fellowship in Dental Surgery, MFDS from one of the Royal Surgical Colleges or equivalent.
- B2 Hold, be working towards or willing to complete a certificate in Academic Practice, or equivalent learning and teaching qualification.
Skills
- Essential
- C1 Ability to deliver research‑informed teaching.
- C2 Ability to deliver high‑quality evidence‑based clinical care.
- C3 Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
- C4 Good IT skills including delivery of technology‑enhanced learning and teaching.
- C5 Ability to motivate staff and provide strong academic leadership.
- C6 Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
- C7 Excellent presentation skills.
- C8 Willingness and ability to work as part of a team.
Experience
- Essential
- E1 Experience of design and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Special Care Dentistry.
- E2 Experience in administration of dental teaching programmes.
- E3 Experience of management processes in an academic environment.
- E4 Experience in academic assessment of dental students.
- E5 Experience of mentoring students and/or staff.
- E6 Evidence of continuing scholarship.
- E7 Established quality research record, educational research or Learning, Teaching & Scholarship academic activity record.
- E8 Record of publications in peer‑reviewed journals or other Learning, Teaching & Scholarship academic outputs.
- E9 Evidence of current experience of delivering comprehensive dental care under general anaesthetic and dentist‑led sedation.
- E10 Evidence of recent delivery of quality improvement projects and/or clinical audit.
- Desirable
- F1 Evidence of establishing collaborative working arrangements.
- F2 Track record in securing grant funding or funding associated with Learning, Teaching & Scholarship.
- F3 Experience of supervising postgraduate taught/research students.
Terms and Conditions
An honorary consultant contract will be applied for from NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, with an associated salary from £111,430 – £148,064 per annum on the New Consultant Contract (NCC) Scotland. Further payments may be made by the NHS for clinical activity e.g. a clinical EPA, discretionary points, merit award and/or availability supplement, if eligible. This post is full time (40 hours per week) and open ended.
Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG)
The University of Glasgow is committed to safeguarding children and protected adults by ensuring that individuals in regulated roles are appropriately vetted and monitored. The University of Glasgow’s PVG policy aligns with the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 and reflects the legal requirements effective from 1 April 2025, including the mandatory PVG Scheme membership for regulated roles. The post for which you are applying is considered a regulated role under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. Under the Act, individuals working in a regulated role must be a PVG Scheme member before employment. If you are successful in your application, the offer of employment will be conditional subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.
Opportunities
Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under‑represented within the University.
Contact
For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Aileen Bell, Head of the Dental School.
Clinical Senior Lecturer/Honorary Consultant in Special Care Dentistry in Glasgow employer: University of Glasgow
The University of Glasgow offers an exceptional work environment for Clinical Senior Lecturers and Honorary Consultants in Special Care Dentistry, fostering a collaborative culture that prioritises innovative teaching and multidisciplinary approaches. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to numerous growth opportunities, including participation in strategic management and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in dental education. Located in a vibrant city, the university provides a supportive atmosphere that values diversity and inclusion, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
