Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated team player with excellent communication skills to provide clinical treatment in accordance with a Band C or Band B job description and Welsh Government (WG) policy.
In close liaison with the CDS Clinical Director and other Deputy Clinical Directors to take forward the CDS agenda in line with Welsh Government strategic policy and direction*, cognisant of existing and emerging national legislation, strategic themes and guidance. * National Oral Health Plan for Wales and WHC2019-021 - Role and Remit of the Community Dental Service and Services for Vulnerable People
To assist the CDS Clinical Director in the Operational Management of the Community Dental Service.Foster the complementary role of the North Wales Community Dental Service in accordance with WHC(2019)021 - Role and Remit of the Community Dental Service and Services for Vulnerable People.
In liaison with the CDS Clinical Director, to manage an agreed pan north Wales portfolio.To foster relationships with other relevant agencies within a geographic area and in relation to the Deputy Clinical Director's pan north Wales' portfolio.
To assist the CDS Clinical Director in the facilitation of administrative, clinical and organisational change.To assist in the provision of CDS training in liaison with other agencies as required..
Where the postholder is a GDC Specialist registrant, to lead in their specialised field within a defined area.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated team player with excellent communication skills to provide clinical treatment in accordance with a Band C or Band B job description and Welsh Government (WG) policy.
In close liaison with the CDS Clinical Director and other Deputy Clinical Directors to take forward the CDS agenda in line with Welsh Government strategic policy and direction*, cognisant of existing and emerging national legislation, strategic themes and guidance. * National Oral Health Plan for Wales and WHC2019-021 - Role and Remit of the Community Dental Service and Services for Vulnerable People
To assist the CDS Clinical Director in the Operational Management of the Community Dental Service.Foster the complementary role of the North Wales Community Dental Service in accordance with WHC(2019)021 - Role and Remit of the Community Dental Service and Services for Vulnerable People.
In liaison with the CDS Clinical Director, to manage an agreed pan north Wales portfolio.To foster relationships with other relevant agencies within a geographic area and in relation to the Deputy Clinical Director's pan north Wales' portfolio.
To assist the CDS Clinical Director in the facilitation of administrative, clinical and organisational change.To assist in the provision of CDS training in liaison with other agencies as required..
Where the postholder is a GDC Specialist registrant, to lead in their specialised field within a defined area.
About us
North Wales Community Dental Service covers Flintshire, Wrexham, Denbighshire, Gwynedd and Anglesey.
We strive to provide excellent standards of care utilising a broad spectrum of skill mix, including Specialists in Special Care Dentistry, Paediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health. Dentists with Special Interests and postgraduate qualifications; DCPs with post-certification qualifications and Direct Access Dental Therapists.
Conscious sedation (HIS & IV) is available across the clinic bases and GA services operate from our three acute sites - Bangor, Wrexham and Glan Clwyd. We host intermediate tier services in Oral Surgery, as well as providing Endodontic and Orthodontic services for CDS patients.
We are supported by a visiting Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry and have a close working relationship with local Restorative and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery colleagues being an active participant in the regional Oncology MDT. There is also representation on National bodies e.g. Clinical Directors Group, Special Care Dentistry Paediatric Dentistry, Dental Public Health/Epidemiology.
The NWCDS supports population oral health with a dedicated Oral Health Promotion Team providing National and local programmes.
Benefits
- Relocation allowance available
- Study leave and annual accruable training allowance
- Lease car scheme
- Annual leave 34 days + public holidays
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full job description and person specification can be found within the additional documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full job description and person specification can be found within the additional documents section.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full General Dental Council registration
- Bachelor in Dental Surgery or equivalent
- Proven maintenance of postgraduate continuing professional development
- Certification of Immediate Life Support and Paediatric Life support training
- Radiation Protection/ IR(ME)R Certification
- Certification of Safeguarding Training (Child and Adult)
- Post graduate qualification (MSc or equivalent) relating to a relevant clinical discipline, Dental Public Health and/or research
Desirable
- GDC Specialist Registration relevant to post
- Membership of a professional organisation/learned society relating to the clinical specialist/specialised area of work
- Management qualification
- Clinical Education/Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Senior position in CDS
- NHS experience in one or more other dental services (e.g. HDS, GDS/PDS, EDS, Prison, Armed Forces)
- Operational management
- Teaching, training, supervision/mentorship of other grades of staff and/or students
- Analysis and interpretation of data and evidence of production of clear, structured reports
- Leading clinical audit and participating in peer review
- Membership of local and/or national committee(s)
- Multidisciplinary/ interdepartmental working
Desirable
- Organisation of Domiciliary care and /or provision of care on an outreach basis e.g. use of mobile dental units
- Organisation of Sedation and or GA service
- Experience of Direct Access in relation to Dental Care Professionals
- Dental Public Heath experience / involvement in national public health initiatives at a senior level
- Quality Improvement and/or Research experience
- Publication in a relevant professional journal
- Involvement with Clinical Governance/ Health and Safety issues
- Project management
- Appraisal of others
Personal Skills
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Leadership Skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to organise a clinical service across an area
- Can prioritise tasks and organise work to meet deadlines
- Innovative
- Ability to influence others to support a vision and key goals to deliver desired outcomes
Desirable
- Ability to communicate theory and nurture skills in others
- Knowledge of relevant software packages
- Research skills
- Ability to identify and deal with poor performance in accordance with national and Health Board policies
- Ability and confidence to appraise others and advise on career development when conducting PADRs
- Good presentation skills
Personal Aprtitude
Essential
- Willing to commit to achieve results and meet deadlines
- Sets high standards and motivated to achieve them
- Flexible approach to changing priorities and work systems
- Ability to work autonomously whilst being aware of own limitations
- Sympathetic and helpful when colleagues require help or advice
Desirable
- High degree of professionalism
- Resilience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Full General Dental Council registration
- Bachelor in Dental Surgery or equivalent
- Proven maintenance of postgraduate continuing professional development
- Certification of Immediate Life Support and Paediatric Life support training
- Radiation Protection/ IR(ME)R Certification
- Certification of Safeguarding Training (Child and Adult)
- Post graduate qualification (MSc or equivalent) relating to a relevant clinical discipline, Dental Public Health and/or research
Desirable
- GDC Specialist Registration relevant to post
- Membership of a professional organisation/learned society relating to the clinical specialist/specialised area of work
- Management qualification
- Clinical Education/Teaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in Senior position in CDS
- NHS experience in one or more other dental services (e.g. HDS, GDS/PDS, EDS, Prison, Armed Forces)
- Operational management
- Teaching, training, supervision/mentorship of other grades of staff and/or students
- Analysis and interpretation of data and evidence of production of clear, structured reports
- Leading clinical audit and participating in peer review
- Membership of local and/or national committee(s)
- Multidisciplinary/ interdepartmental working
Desirable
- Organisation of Domiciliary care and /or provision of care on an outreach basis e.g. use of mobile dental units
- Organisation of Sedation and or GA service
- Experience of Direct Access in relation to Dental Care Professionals
- Dental Public Heath experience / involvement in national public health initiatives at a senior level
- Quality Improvement and/or Research experience
- Publication in a relevant professional journal
- Involvement with Clinical Governance/ Health and Safety issues
- Project management
- Appraisal of others
Personal Skills
Essential
- Organisational skills
- Leadership Skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to organise a clinical service across an area
- Can prioritise tasks and organise work to meet deadlines
- Innovative
- Ability to influence others to support a vision and key goals to deliver desired outcomes
Desirable
- Ability to communicate theory and nurture skills in others
- Knowledge of relevant software packages
- Research skills
- Ability to identify and deal with poor performance in accordance with national and Health Board policies
- Ability and confidence to appraise others and advise on career development when conducting PADRs
- Good presentation skills
Personal Aprtitude
Essential
- Willing to commit to achieve results and meet deadlines
- Sets high standards and motivated to achieve them
- Flexible approach to changing priorities and work systems
- Ability to work autonomously whilst being aware of own limitations
- Sympathetic and helpful when colleagues require help or advice
Desirable
- High degree of professionalism
- Resilience
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).
