Job summary We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic colleague to join our well integrated Specialist Community Dental Service team at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust to support our advisory and treatment services in Paediatric Dentistry.There is exciting opportunity to be actively involved in the future of the Paediatric Dentistry at CDDFT and significantly contributing to the strategic and operational planning of the Service. Candidates for the post must be registered dental practitioners, have an interest, and hold a postgraduate qualification in Conscious Sedation. The successful candidate will be on the GDCs specialist list in Paediatric Dentistry and will have completed an SAC approved two year minimum post CCST training programme in Paediatric Dentistry and successful at ISFE (or equivalent). Evidence of experience and teaching of Specialty trainees would be beneficial. In addition to the role, we can offer you a commitment to teaching, education, research and audit. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to work from multiple sites within the county and provide high quality oral health care for children with developmental, medical and special needs who fall within the remit of the County Durham & Darlington Specialist Community Dental Services team. The post will involve the administration of treatment under Day Case GA and Sedation as appropriate. The post holder will work closely with Consultants in Paediatric Dentistry and Special Care Dentistry and as part of local multidisciplinary networks to develop patient pathways. About us If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year YC72 Pay Scale per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number C9439-25-0075 Job locations Bishop Auckland General Hospital Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AD Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for the professional and educational supervision of junior staff and nursing staff within the service. The post holder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of dental staff and specialty trainees, dental core trainees attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff. Research activities, which are considered to be an inherent part of normal clinical duties, will be encouraged and limited research funding, may be available following successful applications to the local Research and Development Committee. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) the post holder is responsible for ensuring that he/she meets the GDC requirements for CPD, both internal and external. He/she will be expected to attend regularly and contribute to the MCN session held regionally. The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance including audit arrangements in line with national and local guidelines and in respect of Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Trust in accordance with current best practice. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for the professional and educational supervision of junior staff and nursing staff within the service. The post holder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of dental staff and specialty trainees, dental core trainees attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff. Research activities, which are considered to be an inherent part of normal clinical duties, will be encouraged and limited research funding, may be available following successful applications to the local Research and Development Committee. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) the post holder is responsible for ensuring that he/she meets the GDC requirements for CPD, both internal and external. He/she will be expected to attend regularly and contribute to the MCN session held regionally. The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance including audit arrangements in line with national and local guidelines and in respect of Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Trust in accordance with current best practice. Person Specification Special Requirements Essential Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of the patient groups within the Specialist Community Dental Service. Commitment to postgraduate education Experience Essential Evidence of completion of approved Pre-CCST training programme in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent Evidence of completion of a Deanery approved relevant training programme in a Fixed term training post in Paediatric Dentistry (post CCST training) Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion within the speciality. Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to the service. Experience of managing complex dental and medically compromised patients. Significant and current experience of managing patients under Conscious sedation and General Anaesthetic. Desirable Experience of participating in Multidisciplinary Clinics with Medical specialties. Experience of surgical and advanced restorative procedures. Statutory Registration Essential Full GDC Registration On GDC Specialist Register in Paediatric Dentistry Qualifications Essential Full General Dental Council (GDC) registration Entry on the GDC Specialist register in Paediatric Dentistry Intercollegiate Speciality Fellowship Exit Examination in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent before commencing consultant post Possession of Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for CCST in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent before commencing consultant post Desirable Diploma in Conscious Sedation Special skills training in Paediatric Dentistry specialty. Educational and clinical supervision of Specialty trainees and dentists within CDS. Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Leadership role in Safeguarding Children and vulnerable adults Desirable Evidence of leadership training and experience Person Specification Special Requirements Essential Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of the patient groups within the Specialist Community Dental Service. Commitment to postgraduate education Experience Essential Evidence of completion of approved Pre-CCST training programme in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent Evidence of completion of a Deanery approved relevant training programme in a Fixed term training post in Paediatric Dentistry (post CCST training) Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion within the speciality. Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to the service. Experience of managing complex dental and medically compromised patients. Significant and current experience of managing patients under Conscious sedation and General Anaesthetic. Desirable Experience of participating in Multidisciplinary Clinics with Medical specialties. Experience of surgical and advanced restorative procedures. Statutory Registration Essential Full GDC Registration On GDC Specialist Register in Paediatric Dentistry Qualifications Essential Full General Dental Council (GDC) registration Entry on the GDC Specialist register in Paediatric Dentistry Intercollegiate Speciality Fellowship Exit Examination in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent before commencing consultant post Possession of Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for CCST in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent before commencing consultant post Desirable Diploma in Conscious Sedation Special skills training in Paediatric Dentistry specialty. Educational and clinical supervision of Specialty trainees and dentists within CDS. Special Skills & Knowledge Essential Leadership role in Safeguarding Children and vulnerable adults Desirable Evidence of leadership training and experience 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 County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Address Bishop Auckland General Hospital Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AD Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)