Locum Specialty Dentist in Restorative Dentistry

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Full-Time Locum Specialty Dentist in Restorative Dentistry based at Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield. The ideal candidate will have a Dental Degree, at least 4 years of experience, and must be registered with the GDC. Responsibilities include delivering outpatient teaching and working collaboratively with consultants. This position offers a unique opportunity to join an award-winning team focused on innovation and quality care.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years since qualification in a relevant specialty.
• Experience in a specialty training facility in Restorative Dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Work independently under supervision of consultants.
• Deliver outpatient teaching within the dental services.

Skills

Good communication skills

Willingness and ability to teach

Education

Dental Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university

Full registration with the General Dental Council

Job description

Full-Time Locum Specialty Dentist in Restorative Dentistry, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will be based at the Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield.

The full post entails 1.0 whole time equivalent until 31 March 2026.

Any candidate who is unable for personal reasons to work full-time will be eligible to be considered for the post if such a person is appointed, modification of the job content will be discussed on a personal basis with the Trust in consultation with consultant colleagues.

Should any further vacancies arise shortlisted applicants will be considered.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will be expected to work independently under the supervision of consultants within the department. They will be expected to have a good level of knowledge in the field of Restorative Dentistry. The post will involve delivering a core level of outpatient teaching. The successful candidate will work flexibly and cooperatively with the other members of the team to provide a high quality and comprehensive service within the Charles Clifford Dental Services Academic Directorate. There are no on-call responsibilities associated with this post.

About us

Located on rolling hills and dissected by river valleys, Sheffield is one if the greenest and most wooded cities in Europe. More than a third of the city lies inside the beautiful Peak District National Park, and it is virtually surrounded by open countryside. Its central location and excellent transport links also means it is less than two hours from most major metropolitan areas.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. This is an exceptional opportunity to join an award winning and internationally recognised team, with focus on innovation, research and high-quality care, as well as family friendly working, and we are keen to discuss with individuals about how we can support their ambitions.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GDC . For further information please visit the GDC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience/ Entry Criteria

Essential

• Dental Degree from a recognised UK or overseas university or institution
• A minimum of 4 years since qualification (or equivalent gained on a part-time basis) at least 2 of which will be in a specialty training facility in the relevant specialty or as a fixed term specialty trainee in the specialty or shall have equivalent experience and competencies.
• Full registration with the General Dental Council
• Qualifications required for post BDS (or equivalent)

Desirable

• MBBS or equivalent
• MFDS, MJDF, FDS or equivalent
• Wider experience in different Restorative Dentistry units

Teaching

Essential

• Willingness and ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate trainees

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good Written and oral communication skills

Audit/Research

Essential

• An understanding of the issues of clinical effectiveness and audit

Desirable

• Documented completed audits during training

Management and Clinical Governance

Essential

• Demonstrate and understanding of management & clinical governance issues

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Charles Clifford Dental Hospital

Wellesley Road, Broomhall

Sheffield

S10 2SZ

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