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Job summary

Main area
Restorative Dentistry
Grade
Consultant
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 10 sessions per week
Job ref
050-WXM-REST-DENTAL-0825
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Ysbyty Wrecsam Maelor /Ysbyty Glan Clwyd
Town
Wrexham/ Denbighshire
Salary
£110,240 - £160,951 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
16/09/2025 23:59

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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board logo

Consultant in Restorative Dentistry

Consultant

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

 

 

Job overview

We are looking for an individual who is an outstanding clinician and leader. There are many opportunities provided by working in an acute hospital with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, high quality patient experience, top quartile performance in outcomes and efficiency, and good staff morale. In return we expect our Consultants to lead by example and use every opportunity to help us improve what we do and strengthen our reputation.  

The restorative surgeries on both sites are fully equipped with state of art dental equipment. Facilities and support to provide complex endodontic work is also present. The units have recently procured a high specification dental microscopes (Global) to support the endodontic service needs in particular dental trauma cases. The surgeries are also catered for Dental implants and complex periodontal surgery.  

Main duties of the job

 Lead the development of high-quality Restorative Dentistry service within BCUHB, including the opportunity to be directly involved in the development of a Tier 2 Restorative service across North Wales.

·       Support and develop multidisciplinary clinics with Orthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to provide assessment, treatment planning and treatment as appropriate 

·       Member of the Head and Neck Cancer MDT providing expert input and service support to Cancer patients.

·       Provide assessment, treatment planning and treatment for Cleft Lip and Palate patients, as part of the North West Cleft Lip & Palate Service. 

·       Provide a specialist Restorative Dentistry advisory, diagnostic and treatment planning service to support dental practitioners in the management of complex restorative cases, including guidance in the execution of treatment as necessary 

·       Provide assessment, treatment planning and treatment for patients with complex restorative dentistry

·       Maintain and develop local dental services by supporting innovation and best practice including redefinition of referral criteria as needed to regulate the flow of patients to the most appropriate place 

·       Provide advice to support the development of primary care dentists to lead to improved patient outcomes

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact Sarah Hughes 03000 858332 / Emma Hughes 03000 858337

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • BDS or equivalent
  • Full registration with United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC).
  • Postgraduate experience
  • Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Restorative Dentistry or equivalent
  • Holds CCST in Restorative Dentistry or equivalent or will obtain within 6 months of interview
  • Is currently, or will be eligible for inclusion, on the GDC Specialist Register
Desirable criteria
  • Distinctions, Scholarships prizes, other degrees eg BSc MSc, MS, PhD.
  • Welsh Speaker.

Training

Essential criteria
  • Successful completion of an SAC approved 5-year minimum training programme in Restorative Dentistry, or within 6 months of completion or equivalent.

Audit

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical/dental practice.
  • Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance.
Desirable criteria
  • Presentation of publication of audit projects.

Research

Essential criteria
  • An understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature.
  • Ability to critically appraise the literature
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of personal research and presentations
  • Publications in peer reviewed journals.

Management

Essential criteria
  • Commitment to participating in and understanding of the management process.
  • Ability to manage a clinical service
  • Evidence of organisational ability
  • Ability to prioritise and plan effectively.
  • Ability to manage conflicting and unpredictable demands.
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of management training.
  • Involvement in Service development.
  • Attended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to Consultant duties.

Teaching

Essential criteria
  • Commitment to teaching of dentists, junior staff and allied health professionals.
  • Evidence of active participation in teaching.
Desirable criteria
  • Organisation of (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) teaching programmes.
  • Evidence of participation in Education skills training.
  • Training and / or qualifications in teaching.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Sarah Hughes
Job title
Operational Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
03000 858332
Additional information

Emma Hughes Site Speciality Manager 03000 858337

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
Abergele Hospital
Ambrose Onibere [email protected]
Telephone
03000855063
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