Job summary
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a LAS in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology (OMFP) working at DCT3 level. The successful candidate will be based at the Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield.
This appointment is due to commence 06th September 2025 for a fixed term period of 12 months until 01st September 2026.
The post does not award a National Training Number. As this post is not recognised as a 'training post', full registration with the GDC with a licence to practise is required, and if the appointee does not hold right of residence in the UK sponsorship will be required.
Main duties of the job
A full time LAS post (DCT3 level) is available for one year commencing September 2025. This post provides a fully integrated training in diagnostic Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology.
The post holder will have a named Educational Supervisor and will undergo both hospital and departmental induction on arrival.
The post holder is required to sign an educational agreement and to consent to regular review by the NHS Trust and the Director of Postgraduate Dental Education and Postgraduate Dental Dean to assess satisfactory work and progress.
About us
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire's best known teaching hospitals.
The Royal Hallamshire Hospital
The Northern General Hospital
Charles Clifford Dental Hospital
Weston Park Cancer Hospital
Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital
The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt 'best practice' in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology provides a specialist histo-pathology diagnostic service for Sheffield Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Chesterfield and Barnsley Hospitals and the Regional cancer network. In addition, the Consultants within the Unit receive a large number of national and international referrals for expert opinion. The LAS will be expected to participate fully in the diagnostic service with duties ranging from assisting cancer MDT meeting preparation, trimming specimens and drafting reports for biopsies and resection
The post provides a broad and variable experience to the LAS and involvement in audit and teaching is strongly encouraged.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology provides a specialist histo-pathology diagnostic service for Sheffield Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Chesterfield and Barnsley Hospitals and the Regional cancer network. In addition, the Consultants within the Unit receive a large number of national and international referrals for expert opinion. The LAS will be expected to participate fully in the diagnostic service with duties ranging from assisting cancer MDT meeting preparation, trimming specimens and drafting reports for biopsies and resection
The post provides a broad and variable experience to the LAS and involvement in audit and teaching is strongly encouraged.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully registered with the GDC at the intended start date with a license to practise
- Basic Dental Degree
Clinical experience
Essential
- Completion of UK Dental Core Training Year 1 at the point of application / interview
- Commencement of DCT2 training at the point of application in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Fully registered with the GDC at the intended start date with a license to practise
- Basic Dental Degree
Clinical experience
Essential
- Completion of UK Dental Core Training Year 1 at the point of application / interview
- Commencement of DCT2 training at the point of application in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Research
Essential
- Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate
Desirable
- Publications in Peer reviewed journals
Personal attributes
Essential
- Good written communication skills
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months
Desirable
- Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio
Personal attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
- The applicant must demonstrate skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking the English language that enables effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues as set out in the GMC' good medical practice (2013).
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.
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.
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).
