Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry £10k Golden Hello Incentive
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Base Location: Siskin Dental Centre, Norwich Community Hospital, NR2 3TU
Travel: Across Norfolk & Waveney clinics and acute hospitals (mileage paid)
Salary:£101,434 – £116,573 per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract: Permanent, Full‑time (Part‑time considered)
Job summary
Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry
We are excited to offer a £10,000 employment incentive that can be used for relocation, salary top‑up, training, registration fees, and other personal benefits. Subject to CDS policies and terms and conditions.
Make a meaningful difference in childrens oral health.
Community Dental Services CIC is an award‑winning, employee‑owned social enterprise delivering high‑quality, compassionate dental care to vulnerable and underserved communities across East and Central England.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry to join our Norfolk & Waveney team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with a wide range of children and young people with complex dental needs in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Main duties
Provide specialist paediatric dental care across community settings in Norfolk and Waveney, primarily from Siskin Dental Centre, Norwich, with sessions at local clinics and treatment under general anaesthesia in acute hospital settings.
* Deliver comprehensive oral care to children and adolescents with additional needs, complex medical conditions, and behavioural challenges
* Lead paediatric dentistry provision across the service and support clinical governance activities
* Support and mentor dental officers and senior clinicians with complex cases
* Provide expert advice to general dental practitioners, other health professionals, and carers
* Engage in the Paediatric Managed Clinical Network (MCN) and regional service development
* Lead or support sedation and GA services as needed
About us
We are a social enterprise passionate about delivering inclusive care. As an employee‑owned organisation, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our teams and services, ensuring the best care for our patients and the best opportunities for our staff.
What we offer
* 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part‑time)
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
* Full clinical indemnity provided by CDS CIC
* Mileage allowance for travel across sites
* Surgery uniform provided
* Supportive mentorship and opportunities for professional development
* Opportunity to work within an employee‑owned organisation where your voice matters
* Involvement in regional networks and service innovation
* A fulfilling role in a patient‑focused, values‑led service with no UDA pressures
Job responsibilities
Essential requirements
* Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) and on the Specialist List in Paediatric Dentistry, or within 6 months of achieving a CCST
* Active NHS Performer Number
* Significant clinical experience in paediatric and special care dentistry
* Experience providing treatment under general anaesthesia
* Experience in inhalation sedation
* Excellent team‑working, leadership, and communication skills
* Valid UK driving licence and access to a car
Desirable requirements
* Post‑graduate qualification in sedation (e.g., Diploma, MSc)
* Experience in intravenous sedation
* Evidence of research, audit, or teaching experience
* Hospital‑based paediatric dentistry experience
* Leadership or project management experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.
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