Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant to join the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Department with an interest in Oncology/Head and Neck Cancer. The unit provides Oral & Maxillofacial service, Oral Surgery, and Restorative dentistry, and also houses a Day Case GA/LA operative theatre. The department has access to a Cone Beam CT scanner and aims to further develop the services provided.
Department & Services
Within the department, new and follow‑up clinics as well as minor operations are performed under local and general anaesthesia. Treatment is also provided under general anaesthesia, both as day case and inpatient care. The department enjoys good working relationships with other surgical services and works in partnership with the local Major Trauma Centre at Cambridge University Hospital (CUH) to deliver OMFS out‑of‑hours cover at weekends. A centralised oncology service is provided for the region from CUH.
Training and Development
The department places a strong emphasis on the training of DCTs and SAS clinicians, as well as providing teaching and education to regional DCTs and local General Dental Practitioners.
Contract & Working Hours
This post is offered on a full‑time (10 PA) basis, although less than full‑time or job‑share applications will be considered. The post holder will be expected to work with colleagues to provide a comprehensive acute and elective Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery service, support a sub‑specialist interest in the management of skin cancer and OMFS trauma, and contribute to the skin MDT in conjunction with Plastic Surgery, Dermatology and Histopathology.
Responsibilities
* Provide a full range of Maxillofacial Surgery and develop subspecialist interests including TMJ, orbital trauma and surgical dermatology.
* Work as a member of multidisciplinary teams locally and regionally to develop and deliver high‑quality care and support all levels of trainees in managing outpatients, inpatients and emergencies.
* Be part of an on‑call rota providing cover for emergency work locally and in other units in the region as necessary.
* Deliver outpatient clinics, elective inpatient and day‑case surgery in Peterborough City Hospital.
* Provide urgent and emergency care duties, including out‑of‑hours on‑call working within the provisions of working time regulations and safe working. On‑call duties are shared with the CUH Maxillofacial Surgery unit on a 1:10 rota, currently assessed at 1.3 PA.
* Participate in teaching, training, audit, educational and clinical supervision of core trainees and SAS clinicians.
* Provide advice and support to the clinical team and peers in a range of clinical and/or leadership situations in a professional and appropriate manner which inspires confidence, motivation and teamwork.
* May be required to work off site; the use of a vehicle or other form of transport will be necessary to meet these requirements.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff; see the attached leaflet for details. We are proud to be a supportive, inclusive workplace where you will feel valued and empowered. Join us and help make a difference in our community.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds – especially people from ethnic minority groups, disabled individuals and those living locally.
Application Deadline
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Feb 2026.
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