Locum Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS)

NHS; Ashford; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Ashford is seeking a dynamic Head & Neck Surgeon to join their expanding Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery unit. The successful applicant will deliver high-quality surgical services, manage patient appointments, and contribute to a supportive healthcare environment. This full-time role offers a salary of £109,725 to £145,478 annually with additional benefits. The position is fixed-term for 12 months, situated at William Harvey Hospital, with flexible working patterns.

Qualifications

• Must have full GMC and GDC registration.
• Must hold CCT or obtain specialist registration within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality Maxillo Facial Surgical patient services including elective and emergency care.
• Prioritize patient lists for outpatient appointments and admissions.

Skills

Trained in all aspects of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Education

Full GMC registration

Full GDC registration

CCT or specialist registration

Job description

Job summary

The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery unit is expanding to meetthe needs of the population of East Kent. We are looking fora dynamic and enthusiastic Head & Neck Surgeon to join ateam of 7 Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. The Trust is goingthrough a period of redevelopment, having attractednational investment to deliver a critical care hub for Kent andMedway. A new 24-bed Intensive Care Unit has been built atthe Willian Harvey Hospital, to include bespoke trainingfacilities, including dedicated space for in-situ simulationtraining. The William Harvey site is also the Trauma centrefor East Kent. Robotic Head & Neck surgery is offeredthrough the Kent and Canterbury site which is also thevascular centre for Kent & Medway.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be responsible for the delivery of high quality Maxillo Facial Surgical patient services, including elective and emergency, outpatient, day-case and inpatient management. The Consultant will be responsible for prioritising patient lists for outpatient appointments and admissions within the nationally defined targets.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We're on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there's never been a better time to join us.

Details

Date posted: 22 December 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Consultant

Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year Per annum (pro rata where applicable)

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 344-2217LCONSAC-D

Job locations: William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, TN24 0LZ

Job description

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Person Specification

Qualifications and training

• Full GMC registration
• Full GDC registration
• Holds CCT or specialist registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview

Skills and experience

• Trained in all aspects of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Desirable

• Subspecialty interests

Clinical Governance

• Evidence of audit and service improvement
• Vigilant about safety
• Reassuringly professional
• Listen and clearly communicate
• Consistently safe

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 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).

Employer details

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

William Harvey Hospital

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

Website: https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)