Dental Officer - Community

Royal Devon; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Officer (fixed term maternity cover) is based in Barnstaple within the Community Dental Service of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The post is 0.6 WTE (3 days per week) fixed term until 1 October 2027, salary Band A (£54,502 – £81,753 pro rata per annum) depending on experience.

The role supports a friendly, multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients with complex needs, under the NHS foundation trust in Devon.

Qualifications

• Has completed foundation training.
• Is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Is keen to develop their skills and embrace new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dental care for patients with complex needs in Barnstaple.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding patient care.
• Develop clinically and progress towards Tier 2 Practitioner level if desired.

Skills

Foundation training

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient-centred care

Transport

Education

GDC registration

Job description

Make a Difference. Build Your Future. Love Where You Work.

Dental Officer (fixed term maternity cover)– Community Dental Service Barnstaple
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

0.6 WTE (3 days per week fixed term until 1 st October 2027 covering maternity leave) , based in Barnstaple Health Centre.

Salary & Allowances: Band A - £54,502 – 81,753 pro rata per annum depending on experience.

Are you looking for a role where you can truly make a difference while developing your career in a supportive, forward-thinking team? Join the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust's Community Dental Serviceand become part of a friendly, well-established multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving the oral health of people who need us most.

This is more than just a dental role—it's an opportunity to provide life-changing care to children and adults with complex additional needs who are unable to access treatment in general dental practice. You'll work alongside an experienced and welcoming team of dentists, dental therapists, postgraduate trainees, dental nurses and administrative professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.

What you'll do

Based in Barnstaple, you'll enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload, providing high-quality care for patients with a wide range of complex medical, physical, cognitive and social needs. Every day is different, offering opportunities to develop your clinical skills while making a genuine impact on the lives of patients and their families.

Grow your career with us

Whether you're looking to broaden your experience or take the next step in your professional development, we'll support you. While experience in primary dental care is desirable, we offer excellent training and development opportunities, including support to progress towards Tier 2 Practitioner level.

What we're looking for

We're seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic dentist who:

• Has completed foundation training.
• Enjoys working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Is committed to delivering high-quality, patient‑centred care.
• Is keen to develop their skills and embrace new opportunities.
• Has full GDC registration, professional indemnity, a dental performer number and transport.

Why Royal Devon?

At Royal Devon, you'll find a culture that values teamwork, innovation and continuous learning. Alongside a rewarding career, you'll enjoy the incredible lifestyle that Devon has to offer—from beautiful coastlines and national parks to vibrant market towns and thriving cities.

If you're ready for a role that's professionally rewarding, personally fulfilling and supported every step of the way, we'd love to hear from you.

Come and help us deliver exceptional dental care to those who need it most

About the Role

More detail about the role

Based in Barnstaple, you'll enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload, providing high-quality care for patients with a wide range of complex medical, physical, cognitive and social needs. Every day is different, offering opportunities to develop your clinical skills while making a genuine impact on the lives of patients and their families.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34days plus bank holidays depending on grade and years of service.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.