MOD Dentist
Closing date: 28 January 2026
Join Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) and work in a modern, patient‑focused dental practice that prioritises quality care and professional development. DPHC provides excellent services in a friendly and encouraging environment.
This permanent part‑time position offers 21 hours per week: Wednesday 8 h, Thursday 8 h, Friday 5 h. The salary is pro‑rate to the hours worked.
Benefits (permanent full‑time equivalent)
* Free parking
* On‑site low‑cost gym
* On‑site shop and restaurant facilities
* On‑site education facilities
* Access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme
* A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
Note: A review of pay‑related allowances may affect current post allowances.
Main duties
As a MOD Dentist you will maximize the deployability of the Population at Risk by delivering high‑quality dental care and maintaining operational fitness of service personnel. Key responsibilities include:
* Providing occupational oral health assessments
* Ensuring dental fitness to NATO standards and contributing to the Joint Medical Employment Standard for service personnel
* Maintaining confidentiality in line with the General Dental Council (GDC) and the 8 Caldicott principles
* Managing surgery, record keeping, consumables, and equipment to a high standard
Qualifications & Experience
* Full registration with the GDC without conditions (provide registration number)
* Proven clinical currency: minimum 2 operative primary dental sessions per week over the last 15 months
* Completion of Foundation Dentist Training or equivalent independent practice experience in the UK or abroad
* Membership in the relevant professional body (e.g., Royal Dental Hospital of London)
Person Specification
* Experience in a fast‑paced, patient‑focused environment
* Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
* Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
* Ability to work under pressure and maintain high standards of patient care
Selection Process
* Sift: within 10 working days of the closing date, based on CV application
* Interview: date to be confirmed; assessment against NHS core (communication, people development, health & safety, service improvement, quality, equality & diversity)
* No reimbursement for interview travel expenses
Additional Requirements
Applicants must meet security requirements and provide evidence of immunity to Hepatitis B (serology levels). Work experience may include line‑management responsibilities. The position does not offer relocation expenses. Visa sponsorship is not available; this role is not open to sponsors under the points‑based
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