We are delighted to be able to invite applications for a Dental Therapist to join our Consultant-led, Special Care Dentistry and Paediatric Dentistry Team at one of our clinics in Somerset (Bridgwater, Taunton, Yeovil)

This is permanent, full time (37.5 hours) position, working Monday to Friday 08.30-17.00.Consideration will be given to applicants looking for part time hours and we welcome discussions regarding this at interview.

The salary range for this post 35,392 - 42,618 per annum, actual annual salary will be dependent on experience.

If you would like to visit one of our dental clinics prior to your application for a chat and to meet some of the team, we would be delighted to arrange this for you and welcome you to contact Erica Boulton either via mobile: 07771 396042 or email:erica.boulton@somersetft.nhs.uk.

We have a Primary Care Dental Service Brochure available, which highlights the support we can offer you, please visit our website to view:

Current Vacancies - Dental Services (somersetft.nhs.uk)

We really value your contribution to our service and the positive impact your role will have on our patients and services, we therefore may be able to offer a benefits package (subject to criteria) which includes:

Welcome to Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Payment

Relocation Assistance

So, come join one of our vibrant and friendly Community Dental teams in the beautiful county of Somerset.

We look forward to receiving your application and welcome any questions you may have beforehand.

Main duties of the job

This is a clinical post providing dental care to patients of the Primary Care Dental Service within Somerset.

Working as part of a team, you will provide care for our service users, those patients with dental needs outside of general dental practice (GDP) care.

The service provides care for adults and children with Additional Needs and Learning Disabilities, including medically compromised patients who require treatment in a specialised setting.

The post will be based at one of our clinics in Somerset, although there may on occasion be a need to travel to and work from any of the sites across Somerset.

As a new team-mate and individual colleague, you will be very well supported in every aspect of your role. We have empowered teams, experienced line management and exceptional clinical supervision with exciting opportunities for continued professional development.

For an overview of what our team feel it's like to work within our community dental service, please click on the following video link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4q62-Vf0osQ.

About us

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Job description

Job responsibilities

We ask that you are a GDC registered Dental Therapist, are passionate about patient care (adults, children and special care), share our values, enjoy your work and are a flexible team player.

We welcome informal contact from you (telephone calls, visits, meeting colleagues) in advance of putting in your application - please contact Erica Boulton, erica.boulton@somersetft.nhs.uk or 07771 396042

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Dental Therapy
• Full GDC registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience in carrying out clinical dental treatment within scope of practice

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Special Care Dentistry Dept

Dorset County Hospital

Dorchester

Dorset

DT1 2JY

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