Main area Orthodontics Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 8 hours per week (Thursdays only) Job ref 387-S6096-NG
Site Bristol Dental Hospital Town Bristol Salary £47,810 - £54,710 pa po rata Salary period Yearly Closing 09/07/2025 23:59
As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.
Are you a skilled Orthodontic Therapist ready to take your career to the next level? Join our dynamic team at Bristol Dental Hospital and make a real impact on patient care in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.
What you'll do:
* Deliver advanced orthodontic therapy with precision and care
* Communicate complex treatment plans with clarity and compassion
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to shape patient outcomes
* Contribute to clinical development and innovation
What we offer:
* Band 7 salary+up to 33 days annual leave(pro rata)
* A vibrant, learning-focused environment with real career progression
Bring your expertise, empathy, and enthusiasm – and help us shape smiles and change lives.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of the Orthodontic Therapist
Communication & Relationship Skills
* Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and staff across all levels.
* Explain complex treatment plans and sensitive information with tact.
* Promote a positive learning environment and support staff development.
* Maintain patient confidentiality and liaise across departments.
Clinical & Analytical Responsibilities
* Perform advanced orthodontic procedures under consultant supervision.
* Assess and respond to patients’ complex needs, including emergencies.
* Evaluate oral health and discuss treatment risks, benefits, and cooperation requirements.
* Contribute to clinical decision-making and care planning.
* Support internal audits and clinical governance activities.
Planning & Organisational Skills
* Prioritise workload and adapt plans as needed.
* Collect and record clinical data accurately.
* Contribute to service development and education initiatives.
* Supervise others and foster a culture of continuous learning.
Physical Skills
* Demonstrate high levels of manual dexterity and precision.
* Maintain focus and concentration during procedures.
* Provide reassurance to anxious patients.
Responsibility for Patient Care
* Deliver orthodontic treatment and specialist advice.
* Develop evidence-based care models to enhance patient experience.
* Conduct risk assessments and respond to emergencies.
* Collaborate with consultants to tailor holistic care plans.
Working for our organisation
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as ‘Good’ overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person specification
Knowledge and Experience
* Dealing with anxious patients, those with special needs and patients with challenging behaviour
* Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of complex orthodontics
* Abiltiy to plan and manage own workload ensuring all tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner
* The Orthodontic Therapist will require appropriate communication skills
* Ability to understand and overcome barriers to communication and acceptance
* Broad experience of General Dental Practice
* Demonstrate an analytical approach to problem solving
* Abiltity to follow and develop policies and standard operating procedures
* Understanding of clinical audit, and ability to work to best practice legislation
Skills and Abilities
* Up to date on all methods of prevention and a high level of dexterity skills
* IT Skills
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Ability to work within the legislation independently to analyse and provide patient care
* CPR trained
* Understanding of IMER regulations
* Knowledge of the NHS fees and regulations
* Familiar with dental software packages
* Negotiation, persuasion, motivation, reassurance and influencing skills
Qualifications and Training
* Diploma In Orthodontic Therapy
* Full GDC Registration
* Certificate in Oral Health Education
* Certificate in Dental Radiography
* Dental Nursing Qualification (Diploma, NVQ or National certificate)
We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
· As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.
· The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.
· UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
· To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.
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Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.
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