Senior Dental Officer

NHS; Llandrindod Wells; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Wales is seeking a Senior Dental Officer for a General Dental Practitioner position starting April 2026. The role offers a competitive salary of £82,164 to £98,306 per annum (pro rata), providing modern facilities and various benefits. Candidates should be registered with the GDC and possess the necessary qualifications. This position supports a balanced work-life and includes opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Sickness pay

Study leave

Travel expenses

Qualifications

• Registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• Experience providing general dental services.
• Ability to manage patients with urgent dental problems.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the associate dental director.
• Deliver management practice elements of the service.
• Work alongside specialist colleagues in a supportive environment.

Skills

Excellent oral and written skills

Competent clinician with level-1 procedures

Current knowledge of dental surgery techniques

Knowledge of General Dental Services

I.T skills

Education

Appropriate graduate qualification in Dentistry

Relevant postgraduate Dental Qualification

Full registration with the General Dental Council

Job description

Job Summary

Powys Teaching Health Board's Community Dental Service is seeking to appoint a Senior Dental Officer to a salaried General Dental Practitioner (GDP) position from April 2026. Base location is to be confirmed but will be situated in Llandrindod Wells/Mid Wales area.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and innovative team delivering a broad spectrum of dental services. The successful candidate will work alongside specialist colleagues and benefit from opportunities to develop additional skills within a supportive environment.

This is a full‑time role (37.5 hours per week); however, part time would be considered. The ability to travel across sites is essential. Applicants must be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) and hold the appropriate qualifications required for this post.

Main Duties

The post‑holder will be experienced at providing general dental services and a full range of level‑1 complexity of procedures, with the ability to manage patients with urgent dental problems. Eligibility for a performer number is essential, including the ability to manage caseloads. The post‑holder will provide support to the associate dental director and assistant clinical director in delivering the managed practice element of Powys Community Dental Service.

Benefits

Full access to modern equipment and materials. As a salaried dentist you will benefit from travel expenses, sickness pay, generous holiday allowance, study leave and the ability to focus on patient‑centred care. The role offers a better work‑life balance.

About Us

Powys Teaching Health Board is the smallest Health Board in Wales, valued for its contribution to community‑based services. We encourage career development and are situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, offering a healthy work‑life balance.

Details

Date posted: 23 October 2025

Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade: Doctor - other

Salary: £82,164 to £98,306 per annum (pro rata if part time)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time

Reference number: 070-MD011-1025

Job Locations

• Llandrindod Wells – Temple Street, LD1 5HF

Job Responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents, or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Appropriate graduate qualification or equivalent in Dentistry
• Relevant postgraduate Dental Qualification
• Full registration with the GDC

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written skills
• Competent clinician with all level‑1 procedures; able to work in a team as well as in isolation. Flexible to work in different environments including a mobile dental unit and domiciliary setting.
• Current knowledge of dental surgery techniques, procedures, materials and concepts
• Appreciation of confidentiality and consent requirements
• Proven track record of working on own initiative
• GDS experience
• Eligible for performer number
• Experience of working in multi‑disciplinary settings
• MOS experience
• Teaching experience
• Ability to achieve and maintain professional standards
• Knowledge of General Dental Services, electronic record keeping, NHS rules and regulations, FP17W form, Contract Reform and principles in Wales
• Ability to readily understand and analyse information
• Working knowledge of the Welsh healthcare system
• I.T skills
• Working knowledge of current Welsh NHS policies/processes relating to special care dentistry
• Methodical with good attention to detail
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Willingness to undertake further training and personal development
• Ability to travel both within and outside Powys as required

Additional Information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Powys Teaching Health Board

Llandrindod Wells, Temple Street, LD1 5HF

Website: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/