Specialist Dental Technician | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 09 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £46,419 - £55,046 p.a. inc HCA |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 April 2026 |
| Location: | London, SE1 9RT |
| Company: | Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7834145/196-LIS10350M |
Summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, qualified and GDC registered Band 6 Dental Technician to work within our Removable appliance dental team. To undertake the duties of a Band 6 Specialist Dental Technician
We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic team player to join our removable laboratory.
Candidates should have experience making removable dental appliances.
To undertake the duties of a Band 6 Specialist Dental Technician to clinical prescription producing dental technical restorations related to removable prosthodontics.
in carrying out these duties candidates will follow the trusts values
Our values are:
We Are
Caring– we put patients first
We provide patient and person-centred care. We care about others’ needs and wellbeing. We listen. We are compassionate to ourselves and others. We reflect on our actions. We are respectful and welcoming.
Ambitious– we innovate and strive for excellence
We innovate and strive for excellence. We act with integrity. We act on staff and patient feedback. We seek ways to improve the care and experience of others. We are efficient. We are committed to growth. We find new ways to deliver excellence.
Inclusive– we respect each other and work collaboratively
We respect each other and work collaboratively. We act on diverse views. We put ourselves in ‘others’ shoes’. We are building an anti-racism organisation. We seek opportunities to collaborate. We show sensitivity towards diversity of culture.
The Dental Institute comprises three components:
The Dental Hospital of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust,
The Dental Hospital of King’s NHS Foundation Trust
King’s College London Dental Institute
The Institute represents a significant management challenge as its activities cross both the NHS and the University sector. The Dental Institute is accountable to each of its parent Trusts
and the post holder, in conjunction with the Clinical Director, is expected to ensure that the clinical services delivered (by both staff and students) meet NHS standards of practice, and specific Trust standards.
The Dental Institute is based on both the Guy's and St Thomas campuses; both sites offer modern facilities for the care of patients, teaching and research.
The Dental Institute is committed to becoming the major university hospital in the UK and to staying in the forefront of patient care, teaching and research.
The Dental Hospital and Institute aim to provide excellence in the delivery of oral and dental care, training and education.
Professional / Clinical responsibilities
The construction of a range of removable appliances for clinical staff, postgraduate students and undergraduate students.
To be familiar with CAD/CAM technology and its current role within dental technology.
To be able to demonstrate specific skills i.e. high levels of dexterity and coordination.
To be able to scan and design removable appliances for periods of intense prolonged concentration using VDU equipment, whereby there may be a requirement for sitting in a restricted position for a substantial portion of time.
Prioritise their own workload including planning for appliances and formulating adjustments where necessary. This will involve ensuring all appointment dates are met and the keeping of up-to-date records of all work allocated using correct laboratory protocols.
All work to be produced in line with Medical Devices Regulations.
Ability to communicate with staff and students regarding the design and prescription of conventional removable appliances. This will also mean spending time on clinics with consultants and postgraduate clinics unsupervised and may involve communicating with patients regarding appliance design with occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances.
Assist with the routine day to day running of the laboratory and assist clinical and nursing staff with collection of completed work.
Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of own work areas plus have responsibility for specific items of laboratory equipment and report defects in need of remedy to the Lead Technician.
Ensure safe working practice and implementation of COSHH and other regulations, in accordance with the relevant code of practice of the Dental Institute.
Be mindful of his/her own actions as they affect the safety of others.
To be familiar with disinfection protocols of impressions to ensure that saliva/oral debris has been removed, where possible, prior to production of the appliance. They should also ensure that all work leaving the laboratory meets cross infection control guidelines as required by the Trust.
Post holder should be familiar with working in a laboratory environment and the use of heat generating equipment such as Bunsen burners and furnaces and hot water tanks. The job will involve frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals and materials.
There may be a requirement for occasional light physical effort such as filling plaster bins.
To inform the Lead Dental Technician of any complaints or concerns about technical services provision.
Performance will be assessed by the Laboratory Manager through a formal system of performance appraisal which will identify relevant competencies and a personal development plan. Performance will be monitored and reviewed in line with Hospital and Laboratory quality standards and agreed competencies.
To undertake any duties that may be required to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Dental Institute.
This advert closes on Monday 30 Mar 2026