Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our dental laboratories for an experienced and forward thinking Crown and Bridge Technician (Band 7) to lead our team at the University Dental Hospital of Manchester.

Applications are invited from dental technicians who are fully registered with the GDC and hold recognised qualification(s) plus experience, whether that be in a commercial or hospital laboratory.

We are seeking an innovative, talented and self-motivated individual to join our extended, multi-disciplinary dental team. The successful candidate will have good knowledge and practical experience of Fixed prosthodontics and implantology in both digital and analogue workflows. The role has responsibility to support the Crown and Bridge team within the laboratory and the wider clinical team.

Main duties of the job
Duties of the role include but are not limited to:

• Construction of a wide range of fixed prosthodontic appliances and prosthesis which will be advanced and complex.
• Develop, support and manage a highly specialised workforce.
• Day-to-day running of the Crown and Bridge department, responsible for work allocation, Quality Control, compliance and Health and Safety.
• Must have sufficient post-qualification Crown and Bridge experience to be able to work independently and take responsibility towards furthering the training of other staff within the service.
• Work effectively as part of team demonstrating attention to detail, good organisational skills and compliance with laboratory regulations and protocols.

Please read the attached Job Description carefully for more information on the role and its requirements in further detail. In your application please include reference to the essential and desirable criteria when completing the 'supporting information' section.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Person Specification
Professional registration
Essential

• Current registration with the GDC as a Dental Technician.

Qualifications
Essential

• Academic qualification recognised by the GDC
• Advanced qualification / equivalent experience

Desirable

• Management training

Communication
Essential

• Good written communication skills and attention to detail

Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of a range specialised technical procedures
• Knowledge of dental implantology

Desirable

• Knowledge of laboratory regulations/compliance.

Experience
Essential

• Substantial experience in Crown and Bridge

Desirable

• Knowledge of digital Crown and Bridge workflows
• Supervisory experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).