Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic dentist who can fulfil this role as a Dental Core Trainee 2+.
Clinical experience in new patient assessment, treatment planning and provision of treatment
Seminar and hand-on teaching and opportunity for audit
The post holder is encouraged to present clinical audit projects at monthly local audit meetings and weekly journal clubs. DCT's are made available to attend mandatory NHSE regional study days.
Main duties of the job
* 2 New patient clinics
* 2 Oncology clinics
* 5 Treatment sessions
* 1 Journal club
* 1 Audit/ Admin.
* A Trust induction will be provided.
* A NHSE Regional induction will be provided.
* There will be no opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
* Local induction including mandatory training will be provided
* Regional NHSE study days dates will be provided on post commencement
* A named ES will be provided for each trainee
* Case presentation / mini lectures / journal club
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Details
Date posted: 29 October 2025
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £52,656 to £65,048 a year per annum
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 200-SNCT-712846-7560230-JT
Job locations
St George's Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description. If you have any further queries about the role, please do not hesitate to reach out via details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Full registration with GDC
* BDS or equivalent
Skills
* High level of clinical skills
* Good communication skills
* Flexibility and adaptability
* Ability to work in a team
* Reflective learning
Knowledge
* Commitment to personal CPD
* Commitment to clinical audit
Desirable
* An interest in research and publishing
* A commitment to evidence based practice
* A commitment to sharing good practice
Experience
* Experience of dealing with referrals e.g. letters and correspondence
* Experience in providing routine restorative dental care
* Experience of managing patients who are medically compromised
Other
* DBS clearance
Desirable
* Interest to proceed with further postgraduate/speciality training
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: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: St George's Hospital, Blackshaw Road, London, SW17 0QT
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