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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant in Restorative Dentistry to join our multidisciplinary Oral and Maxillofacial and Orthodontic teams at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is an opportunity to lead and innovate within a dynamic and supportive environment, with a vision to becoming a permanent member of our team.

As a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, you will play a pivotal role in providing exceptional patient care and delivering high-quality services within our department. Your expertise will be used to diagnose, treat, and manage a diverse range of conditions, including endodontic, periodontal, and prosthodontic cases.

You will work alongside a dedicated team of consultants, nurses, and healthcare professionals to enhance clinical skills and make a significant difference in patient lives. The department is renowned for exceptional patient care and a supportive, inclusive working environment.

As a Consultant, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, a strong network of experienced consultants, and opportunities to engage in research and clinical audit projects. Join our dynamic team and contribute to improving oral health and well-being for our patients.

• Deliver clinical excellence within Restorative Dentistry, in collaboration with colleagues within and external to the Trust.
• Provide clinical expertise in Restorative Dentistry, supporting and supervising members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Provide a specialty service to the Trust with responsibility for diagnosis and management of patients referred to the Restorative Dentistry Service.
• Offer care to both inpatients and outpatients, ensuring high standards of diagnosis, treatment and care in the most effective way.
• Actively conduct or participate in audits related to clinical and non-clinical aspects of work and participate in hospital Clinical Audit Programmes and all aspects of Trust-wide Clinical Governance.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Restorative Dentistry and related areas; participate in continuing medical education and professional development.
• Assist in the management and support of junior medical and dental staff and technical staff per Trust policies.
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with medical, scientific, management, technical and nursing staff, including electronic communication within the department and the Trust.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, on two hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both sites offer key services such as A&E, obstetrics-led maternity and paediatrics. The Trust is committed to staff health and wellbeing and offers high-quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust is one of the largest in the region and supports delivering the best patient care using leading clinical knowledge and technology.

We recruit based on qualifications and experience and also on behaviours that underpin our core values. We use values-based recruitment and are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient applications are received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period of six months. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Review all attached documents to familiarize yourself with job requirements.

Job responsibilities

The primary aim of this full-time appointment as Consultant in Restorative Dentistry is to provide consultant-led services to the population of Bedfordshire. The post will support Head and Neck cancer service, hypodontia and cleft service, and we seek someone with enthusiasm and vision to realise our future Restorative Dentistry service. The appointee will contribute to clinical activities of the specialty within OMFS, Orthodontics and Restorative Dentistry. Multi-disciplinary clinics are run jointly with other dental specialists to treat hypodontia, including patients transitioning from paediatric dentistry to adult care and oral rehabilitation of patients with Head and Neck Cancer. The successful applicant will be based at the Luton & Dunstable site, providing a comprehensive diagnostic, treatment and multidisciplinary service to support departmental activities.

The appointee will offer clinical dental education and supervision to junior staff in the department.

Candidates are required to hold a primary dental qualification, be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), have passed the intercollegiate specialist fellowship examination (or equivalent) in Restorative Dentistry from one of the surgical Royal Colleges. In addition, the successful candidate should be on the GDC specialist list or eligible within six months.

There are no on-call responsibilities with this role.

All shortlisted applicants will be expected to visit the hospital prior to interview and make arrangements to discuss this post.

Closing Date: 26 October 2025

Assessment Date: 25 November 2025

Interview Date: 5 December 2025

Qualification

Essential

• Full GDC registration
• Successful completion of an SAC-approved 5-year minimum training programme in Restorative Dentistry, or within 6 months of completion, or equivalent
• On the GDC Specialist List in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion
• Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Restorative Dentistry

Desirable

• Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship or equivalent qualifications

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in Restorative Dentistry
• Excellent all-round experience of DGH work

Clinical Effectiveness

Essential

• Understanding of clinical governance and ability to demonstrate ongoing CPD
• Experience of guideline appraisal

Desirable

• Research relevant to restorative dentistry
• Participation in relevant national audits

Personnel skills

Essential

• Flexible attitude, team player with good management skills
• Ability to co-operate in a democratic team environment

Desirable

• Leadership qualification or relevant experience