Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant to join the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Department. The unit provides Oral & Maxillofacial service, secondary Cleft lip & palate, Oral Surgery, Orthodontics, Restorative dentistry as well as Maxillofacial Prosthodontics. It also houses the Minor Operations theatres for both Plastic Surgery and OMFS. The department has access to a Cone Beam CT scanner and intra-oral scanner. There is scope within the Trust to further develop the services provided. Within the department, new and follow up clinics as well as minor operations are performed under local anaesthesia or in combination with intravenous and inhalation sedation. Treatment is also provided under general anaesthesia both as day case and inpatient care. The department enjoys good working relationships with other surgical services, particularly ENT, Plastic Surgery, Histopathology and Radiology. The Trust is working in partnership with the local Major Trauma Centre at University Hospital Southampton (UHS) to deliver an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Service for the Wessex Trauma Network. A centralised oncology service is provided for the region from UHS. There may be a requirement for the post holder to attend MDT clinics at UHS. The department places a strong emphasis on the training of DCTs, Oral Surgery, Orthodontic and Maxillofacial StRs, as well as providing teaching and education to Vocational Trainees and local General Dental Practitioners. Main duties of the job Applicants are expected to have completed specialist training and have evidence of good outcomes in all aspects of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The successful applicant will be expected to provide a full range of Maxillofacial Surgery and will have the opportunity to develop subspecialist interests including orthognathic surgery, TMJ and cleft care. The post holder will be expected to work as a member of multidisciplinary teams working with groups of colleagues locally and regionally to develop and deliver high quality care as well as supporting all levels of trainees in managing outpatients, inpatients and emergencies. The post holder will be integrated into an on-call rota providing cover for emergency work locally and other units in the region as necessary. The post holder may be required to work off site and therefore the use of a vehicle or other form of transport will be necessary to meet these requirements. Please see our interactive candidate information pack for more information on this opportunity and working at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust: Candidate information pack About us Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff. We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme. Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visitingwww.experiencesalisbury.co.uk Date posted 02 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum pro rata if part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 269-MD891 Job locations Salisbury District Hospital Odstock Road Salisbury SP2 8BJ Job description Job responsibilities Salisbury offers the option of city living in a rural location, excellent state, and private education, plenty of shopping and places to eat out. With easy access to London, local airports and if you like the coast, Bournemouth is easily accessible by car or public transport. A generous relocation package is available for this post subject to terms and conditions please see attached our interactive candidate information pack for more information on this opportunity and working at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust: Candidate information pack Job description Job responsibilities Salisbury offers the option of city living in a rural location, excellent state, and private education, plenty of shopping and places to eat out. With easy access to London, local airports and if you like the coast, Bournemouth is easily accessible by car or public transport. A generous relocation package is available for this post subject to terms and conditions please see attached our interactive candidate information pack for more information on this opportunity and working at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust: Candidate information pack Person Specification Essential Essential Full GMC/GDC registration Entry on to the GMC/GDC Specialist Register via CCT or proposed CCT within 6 months ALS and ATLS Ability to fulfil all elements of the job description with specialist knowledge of oral diseases and their management plus competence in OMFS surgery and management of trauma An interest in teaching others with evidence of supervising juniors Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team and develop good working relationships with all staff groups Understanding of pillars of clinical governance with evidence of clinical audit and QI projects Desirable Compliant with mandatory training Evidence of participation in research and/or publications in peer reviewed journal Management course or role Person Specification Essential Essential Full GMC/GDC registration Entry on to the GMC/GDC Specialist Register via CCT or proposed CCT within 6 months ALS and ATLS Ability to fulfil all elements of the job description with specialist knowledge of oral diseases and their management plus competence in OMFS surgery and management of trauma An interest in teaching others with evidence of supervising juniors Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team and develop good working relationships with all staff groups Understanding of pillars of clinical governance with evidence of clinical audit and QI projects Desirable Compliant with mandatory training Evidence of participation in research and/or publications in peer reviewed journal Management course or role 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). 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. 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 Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust Address Salisbury District Hospital Odstock Road Salisbury SP2 8BJ Employer's website https://www.salisbury.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)