Consultant in Special Care Dentistry

Overview

Consultant in Special Care Dentistry

– Derbyshire. Permanent, Part Time, 8 PAs. Working pattern: 8 PAs. Pay band: Consultant YC72. Bases: Wheatbridge Dental Clinic, Chesterfield, S40 2AB; Royal Derby Hospital, Uttoxeter Rd, Derby, DE22 3NE. Salary: £105,504–£139,882 per annum, pro rata.Make a Meaningful Impact in a Values-Driven OrganisationAre you passionate about delivering exceptional dental care to those who need it most? Join Community Dental Services CIC, an award-winning, employee-owned social enterprise committed to providing high-quality community dental services across East and Central England.We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Consultant in Special Care Dentistry who shares our values and is eager to lead and innovate in the care of patients with complex needs.Main duties of the job

About the RoleDeliver comprehensive oral care to adults with learning disabilities, complex medical conditions, and challenging behaviours.Use a full range of techniques including behavioural management, inhalation sedation, and general anaesthesia.Provide clinical leadership and a specialist referral service for eligible patients.Support and supervise the training of community dentists, dental core trainees, specialist trainees, and postgraduates.Collaborate closely with the Derbyshire operational leadership team and contribute to services across CDS-CIC as needed.What we''re looking forGDC registration and inclusion on the Specialist List in Special Care Dentistry.Active NHS Primary Dental Care Performer Number.Strong leadership and teamwork skills.A patient-centred approach with a commitment to high-quality care.About us

What We Offer32 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)NHS Practitioner Pension SchemeA supportive, dentally-led environment free from UDA targets24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeFunded CPD and professional development opportunitiesUniforms providedShareholder status - have a voice in how we''re runOpportunities to contribute to local social care initiativesJob details

Interview Date : 30 October 2025Interviews with The Advisory Appointments Committee will take place at the Wheatbridge Dental Clinic in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.Person Specification

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Desirable CriteriaDisclosure 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.UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer details

Employer : Community Dental Services CICAddress : Wheatbridge Dental Clinic, Chesterfield, S40 2ABWebsite : ..... full job details .....