Consultant in Orthodontics | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Liverpool seeks a Consultant in Orthodontics to provide high-quality care and education within a multidisciplinary team. The role involves delivering consultant-led orthodontic services, supervising trainees, and collaborating with various specialties. The ideal candidate will have GDC registration and a CCST in Orthodontics. The position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for leadership and research in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working (0.4 – 1.0 WTE)

Generous SPA time and support for CPD

Opportunities for leadership and career development

Qualifications

• GDC registration with inclusion on the Orthodontic Specialist List.
• CCST in Orthodontics (or within 6 months of completion).
• Experience in multidisciplinary orthodontic care and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant-led orthodontic care, including new patient assessments and treatment planning.
• Supervise and teach undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Collaborate with colleagues across specialties.

Skills

GDC registration with Orthodontic Specialist List

Experience in multidisciplinary orthodontic care and teaching

Commitment to innovation and teamwork

Education

CCST in Orthodontics

Job description

Join Our Expert Team as a Consultant in Orthodontics

Liverpool University Dental Hospital | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Substantive Post | 0.4 – 1.0 WTE | 10 PAs

Are you a passionate and forward‑thinking Orthodontist ready to shape the future of dental care and education? We’re looking for an exceptional Consultant in Orthodontics to join our vibrant, multidisciplinary team at the Liverpool University Dental Hospital (LUDH) — a centre of excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team of Consultant Orthodontists, orthodontic therapists, trainees, and academic colleagues. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high‑quality orthodontic care, education, and service development.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultant‑led orthodontic care, including new patient assessments and treatment planning.
• Supervise and teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, including StRs and post‑CCST trainees.
• Collaborate with colleagues across specialties including Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Paediatric Dentistry, and Restorative Dentistry.
• Participate in quality improvement, clinical governance, and research initiatives.
• Will have the opportunity to engage in collaborative regional working with Consultant Orthodontists across Cheshire and Merseyside.
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, and CPD.

What We’re Looking For

• GDC registration with inclusion on the Orthodontic Specialist List.
• CCST in Orthodontics (or within 6 months of completion).
• Experience in multidisciplinary orthodontic care and teaching.
• A commitment to innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Flexible working (0.4 – 1.0 WTE)
• Generous SPA time and support for CPD
• Opportunities for leadership, research, and career development
• A welcoming, inclusive, and forward‑thinking environment

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities – from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award‑winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single‑site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit their careers page.

Why Join Us?

• World‑Class Facilities: Work in a recently refurbished, state‑of‑the‑art dental hospital with over 150 dental units, cutting‑edge simulation suites, and a dedicated on‑site lab.
• Academic Excellence: Collaborate with the University of Liverpool’s School of Dentistry, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate education, including the innovative Centennial Curriculum.
• Dynamic Team: Join a supportive team of consultants, orthodontic therapists, trainees, and academic staff, with opportunities for mentorship and leadership.
• Research & Innovation: Engage in impactful research and quality improvement projects with strong interdisciplinary links across the region.

Why Liverpool

Liverpool is a city that blends history, culture, and innovation. Once the European Capital of Culture, it boasts world‑renowned museums, galleries, theatres, and a thriving music and arts scene. The city is compact, easy to navigate, and offers a high quality of life with excellent schools, affordable housing, and beautiful nearby coastlines and countryside.

It boasts two international airports (Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester) and excellent rail and motorway links, making it perfectly placed for both local living and global travel.

This advert closes on Thursday 11 Dec 2025.