Dental Officer - HMP Berwyn

Train Work Live; Wrexham; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 82,000; Part time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking a talented Band A Dental Officer to provide general dental care within the HMP Berwyn custodial setting. The post requires GDC registration and a Bachelor in Dental Surgery, with extended competency point and leadership responsibilities.

You will deliver comprehensive dental services to residents, align with the Dental Service Specification for HMP Berwyn, and uphold quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Registration with the GDC and Bachelor in Dental Surgery.
• Post-graduate CPD maintenance is expected.
• POVA training and ILS certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide all aspects of general dental care for residents of HMP Berwyn.
• Work in line with the Dental Service Specification for HMP Berwyn.

Skills

General dentistry

Leadership

Patient care

Education

Bachelor in Dental Surgery

GDC registration

Post-graduate CPD

POVA training

ILS Certification

Tools

Clinical IT systems

Job description

Main area Dental Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Salaried Dentist - A Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 15 hours per week Job ref 050-HMP-Dental-0726-B

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site HMP Berwyn Town Wrexham Salary £54,802 - £82,204 Per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 17/11/2026 08:00

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Job overview

We are looking for a talented and organised Band A Dental Officer (*extended competency point). The successful candidate will have proven clinical and leadership competencies, excellent organisational skills and an ability to problem solve multiple issues within a fast-paced custodial context.

Main duties of the job

You must be registered with the General Dental Council and have a Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing all aspects of general dental care for the residents of HMP Berwyn
• Working in accordance with the aims and objectives of the Dental Service Specification for HMP Berwyn.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to the successful receipt of enhanced DBS and prison vetting clearances.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registration with the GDC, Bachelor in Dental Surgery
• Proven maintenance of post-graduate continuing professional development
• POVA training
• ILS Certification

Experience

• Substantial NHS experience in CDS,GDS or PDS including involvement in completion of forms and payment systems
• Familiarity with clinical IT systems for clinical records, data capture and appointments management
• Track record in all aspects of general dentistry
• Broad experience in adult dentistry including provision of care to older patients and denture work
• Routine extractions and basic oral surgery (roots and broken-down teeth)

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.