Dentist with a Special Interest in Oral Surgery

NHS

  • Plymouth
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 7 days ago
We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist in Oral Surgery to join our team based in Plymouth. This role will be based in our Plymouth Dental Education Facilities in Derriford and Devonport initially but will transfer to our new Dental Education Practice (DEP) in Plymouth City Centre when this opens. The DEP will provide an innovative model of care comprising urgent and stabilisation dental care, and general and specialist dentistry delivered alongside placements for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as trainees undertaking dental foundation training.Main duties of the jobThis role will involve contribution to a specialist led minor oral surgery service including providing treatment on referral to patients under local anesthetic. The role holder will also contribute to the organizations urgent care services within Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC (PDSE). The role may also involve some undergraduate/postgraduate teaching depending on experience, but the primary role is delivering the oral surgery service.About usPDSE is an award-winning Community Interest Company that provides NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall. As a social enterprise, we are a values driven organisation with a focus on patient-centred care and addressing local oral health needs. We work closely with the University of Plymouths Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of its dental healthcare students.DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference numberP0007-25-0039Job locationsDamerel CloseMadden RoadPlymouthDevonPL1 4JZPeninsula Dental School20 Research WayDerrifordPlymouthPL6 8BTJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesRole Summary:This role will involve delivery of specialist led minor oral surgery in Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC (PDSE). The role holders main focus will be and deliver a specialist led intermediate minor oral surgery service working with local NHS colleagues and other NHS services. The role will also involve some undergraduate and postgraduate oral surgery teaching.Working Relationships:There will be close working relationships with:
  • Senior clinical staff of PDSE and academic colleagues from the Peninsula Dental School including the Clinical Leads for Exeter, Derriford, Devonport and Truro
  • Professor of Community Dentistry
  • Director of Clinical Dentistry
  • Administrative and governance staff of PDSE
  • Staff in NHS Commissioning teams
Clinical DutiesClinical duties will be as directed by the line manager and PDSE clinical leadership team.The appointee will be expected to contribute to the development of local NHS services as directed by the Chief Executive.TeachingThe appointee will contribute to undergraduate dental student teaching (to include clinical supervision) and postgraduate training. PDSE has a close working arrangement with the Dental School and there may be opportunities for flexible working arrangements to develop career progression.ManagerialThe management responsibility of the post-holder will be via the Lead Dentist. The post holder will be expected to attend relevant meetings to discuss service, policy and procedure as directed.Clinical Audit and Clinical GovernanceThe post holder will take an active part in department audit arrangements and work closely with the Directors of PDSE to undertake duties as deemed appropriate.ResearchThere may be opportunities to support research in the school relevant to the role and speciality.Terms and ConditionsThe post holder will be an employee of PDSE and may also hold an Honorary Contract with the University of Plymouth depending on the final job plan. All staff are responsible for ensuring compliance with PDSE Health & Safety requirements and regulationsAll staff are required to positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment to colleagues and students in accordance with PDSE and the Universitys Equality and Diversity PolicyAll staff are responsible for carrying out appropriate communication and information sharingThis role includes:
  • 7.6 weeks holiday entitlement (pro rata), increasing after 5 years service. Payment for holiday is included within the annual salary. We also offer a holiday purchase scheme where you can buy up to two additional weeks holiday each year.
  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme.
  • Support with your learning and development, including access to online CPD platforms plus additional CPD at our two company Away Days each year. Our Learning & Development Framework may also inspire you to consider further career development, including postgraduate training opportunities.
  • Support for your wellbeing, including our new Health Plan where you can claim money back towards certain health expenses, and access gym discounts and more, as well as access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health pathways.
  • Free uniform, funded indemnity insurance and no lab bills.
  • Opportunity to claim back professional registration fees (pro rata)
  • Parking available within walking distance of the Practice
  • Access to our Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
  • Access to our Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
  • Opportunities to share your skills, knowledge, and experience to help shape the future of dentistry
  • Opportunities to contribute to company development through our dedicated team talk channels
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesRole Summary:This role will involve delivery of specialist led minor oral surgery in Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC (PDSE). The role holders main focus will be and deliver a specialist led intermediate minor oral surgery service working with local NHS colleagues and other NHS services. The role will also involve some undergraduate and postgraduate oral surgery teaching.Working Relationships:There will be close working relationships with:
  • Senior clinical staff of PDSE and academic colleagues from the Peninsula Dental School including the Clinical Leads for Exeter, Derriford, Devonport and Truro
  • Professor of Community Dentistry
  • Director of Clinical Dentistry
  • Administrative and governance staff of PDSE
  • Staff in NHS Commissioning teams
Clinical DutiesClinical duties will be as directed by the line manager and PDSE clinical leadership team.The appointee will be expected to contribute to the development of local NHS services as directed by the Chief Executive.TeachingThe appointee will contribute to undergraduate dental student teaching (to include clinical supervision) and postgraduate training. PDSE has a close working arrangement with the Dental School and there may be opportunities for flexible working arrangements to develop career progression.ManagerialThe management responsibility of the post-holder will be via the Lead Dentist. The post holder will be expected to attend relevant meetings to discuss service, policy and procedure as directed.Clinical Audit and Clinical GovernanceThe post holder will take an active part in department audit arrangements and work closely with the Directors of PDSE to undertake duties as deemed appropriate.ResearchThere may be opportunities to support research in the school relevant to the role and speciality.Terms and ConditionsThe post holder will be an employee of PDSE and may also hold an Honorary Contract with the University of Plymouth depending on the final job plan. All staff are responsible for ensuring compliance with PDSE Health & Safety requirements and regulationsAll staff are required to positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment to colleagues and students in accordance with PDSE and the Universitys Equality and Diversity PolicyAll staff are responsible for carrying out appropriate communication and information sharingThis role includes:
  • 7.6 weeks holiday entitlement (pro rata), increasing after 5 years service. Payment for holiday is included within the annual salary. We also offer a holiday purchase scheme where you can buy up to two additional weeks holiday each year.
  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme.
  • Support with your learning and development, including access to online CPD platforms plus additional CPD at our two company Away Days each year. Our Learning & Development Framework may also inspire you to consider further career development, including postgraduate training opportunities.
  • Support for your wellbeing, including our new Health Plan where you can claim money back towards certain health expenses, and access gym discounts and more, as well as access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health pathways.
  • Free uniform, funded indemnity insurance and no lab bills.
  • Opportunity to claim back professional registration fees (pro rata)
  • Parking available within walking distance of the Practice
  • Access to our Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
  • Access to our Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme
  • Opportunities to share your skills, knowledge, and experience to help shape the future of dentistry
  • Opportunities to contribute to company development through our dedicated team talk channels
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Full registration with GDC.
  • On the Specialist GDC list in Oral Surgery or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion.
  • Possession of a certificate of accreditation or eligibility for a CCT in oral surgery or equivalent.
Desirable
  • Fellowship in Dental Surgery (FDS) or membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS/MJDF) or equivalent.
  • Intercollegiate specialty fellowship (ISFE), exit examination in Oral Surgery or equivalent.
ExperienceEssential
  • Successful completion of an SAC approved training programme in Oral Surgery or equivalent.
Desirable
  • Diploma in Dental sedation, SAAD training in conscious sedation or equivalent.
  • Aptitude for the surgical management of joint cases with orthodontics and OMFS.
  • Experience of interdisciplinary team working.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Full registration with GDC.
  • On the Specialist GDC list in Oral Surgery or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion.
  • Possession of a certificate of accreditation or eligibility for a CCT in oral surgery or equivalent.
Desirable
  • Fellowship in Dental Surgery (FDS) or membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS/MJDF) or equivalent.
  • Intercollegiate specialty fellowship (ISFE), exit examination in Oral Surgery or equivalent.
ExperienceEssential
  • Successful completion of an SAC approved training programme in Oral Surgery or equivalent.
Desirable
  • Diploma in Dental sedation, SAAD training in conscious sedation or equivalent.
  • Aptitude for the surgical management of joint cases with orthodontics and OMFS.
  • Experience of interdisciplinary team working.

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