Job summary We are delighted to be able to invite applications for Dental Therapists to join our Consultant-led, Special Care Dentistry and Paediatric Dentistry Team at one of our clinics in Somerset (Bridgwater, Taunton, Yeovil) These are permanent, full time (37.5 hours) positions, working Monday to Friday 08.30-17.00.Consideration will be given to applicants looking for part time hours and we welcome discussions regarding this at interview. The salary range for this post £37,338 - £ 44,962 per annum, actual annual salary will be dependent on experience. If you would like to visit one of our dental clinics prior to your application for a chat and to meet some of the team, we would be delighted to arrange this for you and welcome you to contact Erica Boulton either via mobile: 07771 396042 or email:erica.boultonsomersetft.nhs.uk. For a taste of what it's like working in our community dentistry service please view our video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v4q62-Vf0osQ or read our recruitment brochure which highlights the support we can offer you: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/dental-services/current-vacancies/ Main duties of the job This is a clinical post providing dental care to patients of the Primary Care Dental Service within Somerset. Working as part of a team, you will provide care for our service users, those patients with dental needs outside of general dental practice (GDP) care. The service provides care for adults and children with Additional Needs and Learning Disabilities, including medically compromised patients who require treatment in a specialised setting. The post will be based at one of our clinics in Somerset, although there may on occasion be a need to travel to and work from any of the sites across Somerset. As a new team-mate and individual colleague, you will be very well supported in every aspect of your role. We have empowered teams, experienced line management and exceptional clinical supervision with exciting opportunities for continued professional development. About us As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development. You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts. We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Job responsibilities We ask that you are a GDC registered Dental Therapist, are passionate about patient care (adults, children and special care), share our values, enjoy your work and are a flexible team player. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma or Degree in Dental Therapy Full GDC registration Experience Essential Experience in carrying out clinical dental treatment within scope of practice as a dental therapist Desirable Experience working within a community dentistry environment and/or with adults or children with additional needs and complexities. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Community Dental Bridgwater 2-4 Taunton Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 3LS Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)