The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Junior Clinical Fellow - Dental

The closing date is 07 December 2025

Job summary

Trust Doctor (Core Trainee Level), fixed term contract (LAS), in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery department has a vacancy of a Trust Doctor (Core Trainee level) post, to start 6th September 2023, for a period of one year. The successful applicant will gain experience in the management of head and neck oncology, maxillofacial trauma, cutaneous malignancy, salivary gland surgery, sialoendoscopy, orthognathic surgery and implant surgery. In addition there is a high volume of minor oral surgery, with regular opportunities to increase their surgical experience

Main duties of the job

The post is based at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust for on call, with clinical duties both in Rotherham General Hospital and Mexborough Montagu Hospital. There is middle grade support for the Junior Doctors and a strong commitment to teaching from senior staff.. The on call commitment is a 1:8 full shift rota.

The OMFS department has a weekly teaching programme, in addition to bimonthly audit / clinical effectiveness meetings. Rotherham Hospital has an excellent postgraduate medical education and clinical skills department.

Modern on-site accommodation may be available if required.

Informal enquiries and visits are welcomed once shortlisted. Please contact:

Mr A Patterson, Consultant / Clinical Lead in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Tel: (01709) 424459

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work? and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Details

Date posted

24 November 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,656 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-0043

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Job description

Job responsibilities

The department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust delivers specialist elective surgical treatments to patients from the Rotherham area, providing in-patient and day surgery operating, out-patient Minor Oral Surgery, and out-patient clinics at Rotherham General Hospital. In addition, the department provides a specialist OMFS emergency service for patients from the catchment areas of Rotherham, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals.

The Maxillofacial Surgery Unit at Rotherham General Hospital treats the full spectrum of OMFS diagnoses. Special interests within the department are head and neck cancer surgery, salivary gland surgery, including the management of salivary gland calculi using sialendoscopy, orthognathic surgery, the surgical management of skin cancers of the head and neck, and implant surgery. In addition, the department treats a large volume of maxillofacial trauma, and the consultants in the department are experienced in the use of up-to-date techniques such as orbital reconstruction using custom-made orbital implants, and the management of fractures of the mandibular condyle with endoscopically assisted fixation. Approximately 350 emergency cases are operated on in the department each year.

The post is based at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust for on call, with clinical duties both in Rotherham General Hospital and Mexborough Montagu Hospital. There is middle grade support for the Junior Doctors and a strong commitment to teaching from senior staff.. The on call commitment is a 1:8 full shift rota.

The OMFS department has a weekly teaching programme, in addition to bimonthly audit / clinical effectiveness meetings. Rotherham Hospital has an excellent postgraduate medical education and clinical skills department.

The provision of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery services for Rotherham, Doncaster and Worksop is delivered from the OMFS departments at Rotherham General Hospital and Mexborough Montagu Hospital, Doncaster. All acute operating and elective major operating takes place at Rotherham General Hospital. Day surgery services, out-patient Minor Oral Surgery operating, and out-patient clinics are delivered on both sites.

The Trust Doctor (Core Trainee level) will spend the majority of their time at Rotherham General Hospital, but will also rotate to Mexborough Montagu Hospital, where they will attend out-patient clinics and day surgery theatres, according to a rolling timetable.

On call duties

1:8/1:10 on call covering nights and weekends. The DCT on call will take referrals from A&E and other trusts while managing inpatients admitted under the care of OMFS.

General

Clinical Governance

1. In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.

Any Other Duties

2. Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust delivers specialist elective surgical treatments to patients from the Rotherham area, providing in-patient and day surgery operating, out-patient Minor Oral Surgery, and out-patient clinics at Rotherham General Hospital. In addition, the department provides a specialist OMFS emergency service for patients from the catchment areas of Rotherham, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals.

The Maxillofacial Surgery Unit at Rotherham General Hospital treats the full spectrum of OMFS diagnoses. Special interests within the department are head and neck cancer surgery, salivary gland surgery, including the management of salivary gland calculi using sialendoscopy, orthognathic surgery, the surgical management of skin cancers of the head and neck, and implant surgery. In addition, the department treats a large volume of maxillofacial trauma, and the consultants in the department are experienced in the use of up-to-date techniques such as orbital reconstruction using custom-made orbital implants, and the management of fractures of the mandibular condyle with endoscopically assisted fixation. Approximately 350 emergency cases are operated on in the department each year.

The post is based at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust for on call, with clinical duties both in Rotherham General Hospital and Mexborough Montagu Hospital. There is middle grade support for the Junior Doctors and a strong commitment to teaching from senior staff.. The on call commitment is a 1:8 full shift rota.

The OMFS department has a weekly teaching programme, in addition to bimonthly audit / clinical effectiveness meetings. Rotherham Hospital has an excellent postgraduate medical education and clinical skills department.

The provision of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery services for Rotherham, Doncaster and Worksop is delivered from the OMFS departments at Rotherham General Hospital and Mexborough Montagu Hospital, Doncaster. All acute operating and elective major operating takes place at Rotherham General Hospital. Day surgery services, out-patient Minor Oral Surgery operating, and out-patient clinics are delivered on both sites.

The Trust Doctor (Core Trainee level) will spend the majority of their time at Rotherham General Hospital, but will also rotate to Mexborough Montagu Hospital, where they will attend out-patient clinics and day surgery theatres, according to a rolling timetable.

On call duties

1:8/1:10 on call covering nights and weekends. The DCT on call will take referrals from A&E and other trusts while managing inpatients admitted under the care of OMFS.

General

Clinical Governance

1. In conjunction with Consultant colleagues, to ensure that the requirements of clinical governance are met.

Any Other Duties

2. Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous NHS experience
  • Completion of Dental Foundation Training / Medical Foundation training

Research and Audit

Essential

  • Enthusiasm for participation in research
  • Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC or GDC
  • Please confirm GMC / GDC number
  • MBBS Medical Degree
  • BDS or equivalent Dental qualification, or MBChB or equivalent
  • Eligibility to work in the UK

Ability/skills

Essential

  • History taking and examinations skills
  • Appropriate knowledge of basic science and ability to apply it to clinical care
  • Good record keeping
  • Basic life support skills
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous NHS experience
  • Completion of Dental Foundation Training / Medical Foundation training

Research and Audit

Essential

  • Enthusiasm for participation in research
  • Evidence of audit and the implementation of change following the audit

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full registration and a licence to practice with the GMC or GDC
  • Please confirm GMC / GDC number
  • MBBS Medical Degree
  • BDS or equivalent Dental qualification, or MBChB or equivalent
  • Eligibility to work in the UK

Ability/skills

Essential

  • History taking and examinations skills
  • Appropriate knowledge of basic science and ability to apply it to clinical care
  • Good record keeping
  • Basic life support skills

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

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Alan Patterson

01709427840

Details

Date posted

24 November 2025

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£52,656 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-0043

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD


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