Material Science jobs in United Kingdom

Salary £31,181 - £38,421 (Pro rata to hours worked)

Part-time 18.5hrs

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.

This role is 18.5 hours a week 0.5fte

TSC is dedicated to advancing dental technology education. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Dental Lecturer to join our academic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dental technology, with extensive practical experience, particularly in Orthodontics and CAD/CAM, as well as a passion for teaching the next generation of dental professionals.

• Deliver both theoretical and practical lectures in various areas of dental technology
• Teach students in the areas of material science (basic and advanced), biosciences, and practical dental skills
• Conduct hands‑on training in various aspects of dental technology, including Orthodontics and CAD/CAM
• Develop, review, and assess curriculum materials, ensuring they align with current industry standards and advancements
• Provide mentorship and academic support to students throughout their learning journey
• Engage in research activities to contribute to the ongoing development of dental education
• Ensure that teaching methods are innovative, effective, and in line with best practices in the dental field

• GDC Registration as a Dental Technician or Clinical Dental Technician is essential
• Proven experience as a practicing Dental Technician, ideally with expertise in all areas of dental technology, including Orthodontics
• Experience with CAD/CAM systems is required
• Prior experience in teaching or tutoring is highly desirable
• The ability to teach both practical skills and theoretical subjects related to dental technology
• Extensive knowledge of material science, advanced material science, and biosciences
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £31,181 - £38,421 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.

• Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with TPS - 28.68%
• Annual leave - 42 Days (310.8 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours) - this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
• 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

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

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 us.

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.

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

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

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