Job summary
KINGS COLLEGE HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST - Community Special Care Dentistry -1 part-time (0.6wte) Senior Dental Officer post for Lambeth Southwark & Lewisham
We are seeking enthusiastic and conscientious dentist with good clinical and interpersonal skills to join the CDS. We have one 3 day posts, based in our community dental clinics in Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham. The vacancy is currently at our West Norwood site, though candidates will be expected to be flexible and provide care across the boroughs based on service need.
The successful candidate will preferably have current or recent previous experience of working in a UK-based salaried primary care dental service; have established and demonstrable skills in the provision of oral health care for children and adults with special needs. Ideally the candidates will also have experience of domiciliary dentistry and being able to drive is essential. Involvement in dental audit /governance should be demonstrable. Full registration with the GDC and completed vocational training or equivalence is and a postgraduate qualification is essential for this post as is eligibility for a NHS performer number. A driving licence and daily access to a vehicle is also highly desirable.For informal enquiries please contact by e mail: LSL Brinthi Dias: brinthi.dias@nhs.netApplicants need to complete the application form and submit. Closing date for applications is: 21st March 2025 Interview date is : 24th April 2025
Main duties of the job
Job Summary
To provide clinical special care dentistry to a wide range of individuals who meet the referral criteria for the Department of Community Special Care Dentistry; Provide local leadership to the clinic team and perform to the expected competency level of a Band B dentist.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the provision of high quality oral health care to patients, both adults and children, in need of special dental care including the provision of domiciliary dental services.
The location of the clinical duties may be varied according to the needs of the service.
To keep accurate and clear contemporaneous written records on each patient outlining the clinical treatment performed and any advice given.
To work in collaboration with the oral health promotion team when required and to advise educational, health and social care staff within the locality on Community Special Care Dentistry and oral health issues.
To supervise, instruct and support administrative team, junior dentists and dental care professionals in their clinical duties whilst providing clinical care.
About us
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Special Conditions
The appointee will be required to maintain registration with the General Dental Council and membership of an approved medical defence organisation at all times.
The appointee will be required to undertake Continuous Professional Development as outlined by the General Dental Council for the purposes of recertification.
The appointee will be allocated a base for administrative purposes which may be subject to change to meet the needs of the service.
Appointments will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory occupational health clearance
Terms and Conditions of Service are those laid down for by the new contract for salaried primary care dental practitioners (2008).
Upon appointment, the appointee will be required to complete a form to join the national Performers List. NHS treatment to patients cannot be provided unless approval has been received from NHS England (London Dental Team).
The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.
To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Special Conditions
The appointee will be required to maintain registration with the General Dental Council and membership of an approved medical defence organisation at all times.
The appointee will be required to undertake Continuous Professional Development as outlined by the General Dental Council for the purposes of recertification.
The appointee will be allocated a base for administrative purposes which may be subject to change to meet the needs of the service.
Appointments will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory occupational health clearance
Terms and Conditions of Service are those laid down for by the new contract for salaried primary care dental practitioners (2008).
Upon appointment, the appointee will be required to complete a form to join the national Performers List. NHS treatment to patients cannot be provided unless approval has been received from NHS England (London Dental Team).
The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.
To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Full registration with the General Dental Council.
- BDS or equivalent
- Ability to demonstrate experience in domiciliary care
- Registered postgraduate qualification,
- Registered with the GDC
- Postgraduate qualification or Specialist list registration
Desirable
- Relevant research experience
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
- Teaching skills course / qualification
Skills
Essential
- IT skills - Using dental software
- Teaching or supervising students
- Team leader - supporting the running of a clinic
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within clinical team
- Effective communicator able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all dental, medical and social care staff
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Full registration with the General Dental Council.
- BDS or equivalent
- Ability to demonstrate experience in domiciliary care
- Registered postgraduate qualification,
- Registered with the GDC
- Postgraduate qualification or Specialist list registration
Desirable
- Relevant research experience
- Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
- Teaching skills course / qualification
Skills
Essential
- IT skills - Using dental software
- Teaching or supervising students
- Team leader - supporting the running of a clinic
- Able to demonstrate leadership capability within clinical team
- Effective communicator able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all dental, medical and social care staff
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
