Job summary
Our Community Dental Service is an award-winning, forward-thinking service which is proud of the care it provides to the people of Bradford and Airedale.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced and passionate dentist with a strong interest in managing and treating special care patients. We are looking for a dedicated professional with a caring and compassionate attitude, who is enthusiastic and committed to improving patient care and contributing to our team's mission of delivering an outstanding patient experience. Some travel across the district and managing a mixed case load are requirements of the role to successfully undertake the range of duties specified within the job description.
We offer an excellent working environment providing a comprehensive range of dental treatments including conscious sedation, complimentary therapies and delivering care in a variety of settings within the community. You will be part of our experienced, consultant-led team of dental care professionals who share a strong ethos of working together to improve patient care.
We are committed to supporting your professional growth through a structured preceptorship programme, exceptional training opportunities, and ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with GDC requirements.
If you are ready to bring your skills, enthusiasm, and dedication to our forward-thinking service, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to provide comprehensive, advanced clinical care to patients within the Community Dental Service. This may include providing dental care under conscious sedation or general anesthesia where appropriate.
Closing Date: 22 March 2026
Shortlisting Date: 24 March 2026
Interview Date: 28 April 2026
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received.
Details
Date posted
20 February 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£81,716 to £95,579 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Job locations
Bradford District
Bradford
BD7 3EG
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* GDC Registration
* Must be on a PCT Performer List
Desirable
* Post graduate dental qualification
Experience
Essential
* Highly experienced clinician with post-qualification experience and a proven track record in dentistry.
* Demonstrate experience of treating patients with additional needs
* Experience of working with other agencies
* Willingness to contribute to overall service strategy and development
Desirable
* Experience of treating patients with conscious sedation and general anaesthetic
* Management experience
* Varied clinical experience in primary and secondary dental care
* Previous experience of working in the Community Dental Service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* GDC Registration
* Must be on a PCT Performer List
Desirable
* Post graduate dental qualification
Experience
Essential
* Highly experienced clinician with post-qualification experience and a proven track record in dentistry.
* Demonstrate experience of treating patients with additional needs
* Experience of working with other agencies
* Willingness to contribute to overall service strategy and development
Desirable
* Experience of treating patients with conscious sedation and general anaesthetic
* Management experience
* Varied clinical experience in primary and secondary dental care
* Previous experience of working in the Community Dental Service
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
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bradford District
Bradford
BD7 3EG
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Employer details
Employer name
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bradford District
Bradford
BD7 3EG
Employer's website
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