Clinical Facilitator / Supervisor (Dentist)


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	from £72.52 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	TRURO, TR1 3HD
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	4 Oct 2026
Closing date:	25 Oct 2026

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Summary

Summary of role Clinical supervisors are responsible for overseeing clinical treatment undertaken by Dental and Dental Therapy students, ensuring the treatment is completed to a high standard and students are given appropriate feedback on their work. Undergraduate students provide a full range of primary care dentistry (within their scope of practice) to the patients allocated to them. Supervisors are recruited to work in either Plymouth, Truro or Exeter facilities, and may be asked to work in other sites as needed. Whilst fostering students technical skills is vital, helping students develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of clinical practice, such as communication and professional behaviour are also a key part of the supervisors role. The role holder will be responsible for assisting students in clinical practice, and to assess the students competency in all clinical procedures. The clinical supervisor is also responsible for ensuring the patient is treated safely, and in line with the policies of the University and the clinical placement provider. Main duties: Monitor the activities and actions of the students in order to ensure development of clinical skills and knowledge of the highest order Ensure the patient receive safe, effective and timely care, and are kept informed about the nature of their treatment Ensure that students follow policy in relation to, for example, infection control procedures, safeguarding and radiation safety. Assist students in completing clinical records using patient record systems (training will be provided as required) Ensure health and safety policy is observed by students at all times Offer guidance in clinical dental practice within GDC scope of practice Ensure clinical dental education standards are of the highest standard by working to evidence-based practice and National and locally agreed (Peninsula Dental School) clinical guidelines and care pathways Recognise students individual skills and needs, and provide written and verbal feedback on their work. Be involved in the assessment of students against documented standard in line with the quality assurance requirements of the Dental School Qualifications and Skills A Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree A relevant teaching qualification (Supervisor will need to complete Teaching Essentials for Associate Lecturers course if none available) A team player who plans ahead and is well organised First class clinical skills and experience Ability to provide concise explanations and clear direction and guidance so that the students know what is expected of them and why Ability to provide constructive and objective feedback that supports student learning and development Good all-round knowledge of dental care, with up-to-date knowledge of aspects of general practice within your scope of practice Willing to work to academic standards and be involved in quality assurance Other All staff are responsible for ensuring compliance with University and Faculty/Departmental Health & Safety requirements and regulations All staff are required to positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment to colleagues and students in accordance with the Universitys Equality and Diversity Policy All staff are responsible for carrying out appropriate communication and information sharing All clinical staff will need to evidence Exposure Prone Procedure (EPP) clearance, and may require an Occupational Health check to verify status

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