Part-Time Specialist in Orthodontics

Smile Together; Truro; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A dental care provider in Truro is seeking a part-time Specialist Orthodontist to lead patient-centered care and support an established team. The role involves conducting assessments, treatment planning, and mentoring other staff within a supportive environment. With flexible hours and a competitive salary reflective of experience, this position offers the opportunity to work in a modern, community-focused clinic. Ideal candidates will possess a GDC specialist orthodontist registration and experience in NHS care.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Modern clinical facilities

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in providing NHS orthodontic care within a primary care setting.
• Skilled in various orthodontic treatment options including Invisalign.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive orthodontic assessments and treatment plans.
• Lead the clinical team and maintain high standards of care.
• Support and mentor Orthodontic Therapists and other dental staff.

Skills

Patient-focused care

Team-oriented mindset

Expertise in orthodontics

Education

GDC specialist orthodontist registration

Job description

Were Hiring a Part-TimeSpecialist in Orthodontics

Escapethe ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall one of the UKs mostbeautiful and inspiring places to live and work.

AtSmile Together, were redefining dentistry. As a certified B Corp andemployee-owned Community Interest Company (CIC), we combine clinical excellencewith social purpose, investing profits back into services, our people, and thecommunities we serve.

Are you a passionate, patient-focused Specialist Orthodontist looking to takethe next step in your career? Join our friendly and established orthodonticteam in one of the most stunning regions of the UK.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivatedOrthodontic Specialist to provide exceptional care within our established NHSprimary care orthodontic service. Youll be part of a supportive environmentthat values clinical excellence, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to patientwellbeing.

Main duties of the job

What Youll Be Doing

Leadingthe clinical team, providing expert guidance and supporting high standards ofcare.

Developand support the role of a new Orthodontic Therapist, contributing to serviceinnovation and enhanced patient care

Providinghigh-quality specialist orthodontic assessments, diagnosis, and comprehensive treatmentplanning for a wide range of orthodontic cases

Deliveringa range of orthodontic solutions including fixed appliances, aesthetic options,and clear aligner therapy (e.g., Invisalign)

Workingcollaboratively with dentists, therapists, and support staff to ensure seamlesspatient journeys

Maintainingaccurate clinical records and upholding the highest standards of clinicalgovernance

Communicatingclearly with patients and their families to explain treatment options andprogress

Workingclosely with referring dentists and local providers to maintain strong clinicalpathways and professional relationships

Contributingto the positive, patient-centred culture of the practice

What Youll Bring

GDCspecialist orthodontist registration (without conditions)

experiencedin providing NHS orthodontic care within a primary care setting

Bringa team-oriented, community-focused mindset with a desire to be part ofsomething bigger.

About us

What we offer

Flexiblehours (current postholder works 3 days per week alternate patterns andadditional private work considered)

Flexiblebase location within Cornwall, with modern, well-equipped clinical facilities

Competitiveand negotiable salary, reflective of experience and qualifications

Supportiveopportunities with opportunities for professional development.

Why Choose Smile Together?

Workin a modern, purpose-built, fully equipped clinic with the latest dentaltechnology.

Joina B Corp certified, employee-owned social enterprise with values at its core.

Enjoya healthy work-life balance and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.

Bepart of a team that believes in doing dentistry differently and making adifference

Occasionaltravel to other sites may be required.

Apply Today or Lets ChatFirst

If youd like to discuss this role or find out more contact07355090789 for an informal discussion.

Job responsibilities

Responsible forproviding specialist-level orthodontic assessment, diagnosis and treatmentplanning for children and young people referred into the NHS Primary Care (PDS)orthodontic service, ensuring high-quality patient care across Cornwall and theIsles of Scilly.

Key accountabilities:

1. Specialistclinical assessment and treatment planning

Triage all incoming orthodontic referrals,assessing eligibility, prioritising appropriately and ensuring patients aredirected to the correct care pathway in line with PDS referral criteria andnational guidelines.

Provide comprehensive specialist orthodonticassessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for patients meeting the criteriafor Level 3a care within the NHS PDS orthodontic service.

Determine suitability for orthodontic treatmentin primary care and initiate all case starts, ensuring high-quality,evidence-based clinical decision-making.

Produce clear, detailed written treatment plansand clinical records to support continuity of care by colleagues and futureappointments.

2. Delivery of specialist orthodontic care

Deliver orthodontic treatment for patientsreferred and deemed appropriate for management within primary care.

Ensure treatment is carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with national guidelines,commissioning requirements and Smile Togetherclinical standards

Referpatients appropriately to secondary care or other orthodontic providers wherecomplex needs exceed the scope of the PDS service.

3. Clinicalleadership, support and supervision

Provide expert clinical advice, guidance andsecond opinions to orthodontic colleagues, DWSI clinicians, therapists andgeneral dentists.

Support, mentor and supervise the OrthodonticTherapist (once appointed), ensuring effective delegation and adherence to GDCScope of Practice.

Offer developmental support and structuredfeedback to dentists, therapists and nurses wishing to develop skills inorthodontics.

Work collaboratively across multiple sites,contributing to a cohesive, well-governed clinical service.

4. Serviceimprovement, governance and professional standards

Support the Clinical Leadership Team withorthodontic expertise, contributing to clinical governance, service improvementinitiatives, and pathway development.

Participate in clinical audit, peer review, casediscussions, planning and development sessions, and other activities thatenhance service quality and patient outcomes.

Ensure compliance with all clinical governancerequirements, including safe working practices, safeguarding, radiationprotection, infection prevention and control, and the reporting of accidents,incidents and near misses.

Maintain accurate, timely and high-qualityclinical documentation in line with GDC, NHS and Smile Together standards.

5. Performance,professional development and CPD

Deliver an agreed volume of case starts per year(currently 300), contributing to achievement of contract targets and serviceefficiency.

Maintain and continually develop specialistclinical competence through ongoing CPD, reflective practice and engagementwith the Smile Together training portal (Agilio), CPD policy and externaleducational providers.

Develop and maintain a Personal Development Plan(PDP) in accordance with GDC requirements, engaging fully with appraisal andrevalidation processes.

6. Communication,team integration and representation

Work effectively with clinical andadministrative teams across multiple sites, ensuring smooth patient pathwaysand consistent service delivery.

Act as a positive ambassador for SmileTogethers vision, mission and values, modelling professional behaviours at alltimes.

Represent the service professionally ininteractions with patients, families, colleagues and external partners.

Maintain effective IT and digital record-keepingskills, including proficiency in the Practice Management System and digitalorthodontic workflows.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Specialist List Registration: Confirmation of current registration on the General Dental Council's (GDC) specialist list for orthodontics (or equivalent regulatory body).

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.