Job overview

Specialist in Special Care Dentistry

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Full Time

Hours:                 37.5 hours per week 

Base:                   Park House Health & Social Care Centre, NG4 3DQ

Salary:                 £94,007 - £108,038 per annum

Do you want to make a real difference in a socially minded, values driven organisation? 

Community Dental Services CIC are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual for the role of Specialist in Special Care Dentistry, who identifies with our values as a Social Enterprise and is passionate about providing care for those most at need.

Applications are invited from enthusiastic dentists for this this post based at our clinics at Park House Health & Social Care Centre. The post holder will also support clinics at Meadows Health Centre and undertake GA sessions Queens Medical Centre as required.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible in providing specialist dental advice and treatment for people with disabilities and/or complex medical conditions, under sedation or general anaesthesia where appropriate. Dental care may be provided in community, hospital or domiciliary settings, and a flexible approach will be required in responding to the clinical care needs of these patients. You will also be responsible for the triaging of GDS referrals as part of a Consultant led process. 

We are seeking an individual who will take a clinical leadership role in developing Special Care Dentistry within Nottinghamshire, including training and support to other members of the dental team. You will support the lead for the Dental Services and will have the opportunity to shape and develop the service and team.

The post holder must be registered and maintain registration as a Specialist in Special Care Dentistry with the General Dental Council and must have an active NHS Primary Dental Care Performer Number.  A CCST in Special Care Dentistry would be an advantage.

As you will be expected to provide support to all clinics across Nottinghamshire, the ability to visit all bases in the county is essential.

Community Dental Services encourages postgraduate education and development.  

Working for our organisation

What do we offer?

• Full time, 12 month fixed term contract, 37.5 hours per week
• 32 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Access to NHS Practitioners Pension Scheme
• Dentally led, patient focused working environment that is not constrained by UDA   targets.
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Funded internal and external mandatory training to enable you to maintain your CPD
• Support with training for your wider professional development
• Paid indemnity
• Uniforms provided
• Become a shareholder and have a say in how our organisation is run at all levels
• Opportunity to play a key part in local social care initiatives

We recognise the positive value of having a workforce with a variety of lived experiences and that represent the communities we serve. Therefore, we welcome and encourage applications from all members of the community.

Informal discussions welcome, please contact Ikbal Mahal, Associate Operations Director [email protected] 07766 471607

Please ensure that you read the Job Description, which also includes the person specification, before applying.