Job summary
We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic team-player to cover 1 year fixed term maternity cover from 13 January 2026 by joining our busy, dynamic Maxillofacial Unit.This post covers Wednesday, Thursday and Friday as a Specialty Doctor post in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.The focus of this appointment will be to maintain the delivery of an oral maxillo facial clinic and treatment clinic service.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will join a well-established team within the Maxillofacial Unit, where we provide a compehensive Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Service, including Head & Neck Cancer and orthognathic surgery.
The clinical duties of the post include the following:Out-patient OMFS clinic (new and follow-up)Out-patient Minor Oral SurgeryIn-patient Emergency and Trauma Surgery on CEPOD
The postholder will be a qualified dentist with postgraduate experience in secondary care OMFS.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be expected to work with consultant colleagues to provide a comprehensive oral surgery service. They will be expected to carry out common oral surgery procedures under LA without supervision. They will be expected to undertake emergency and trauma surgery. They will contribute to the supervision of junior staff within the department. They will contribute to clinical teaching within the department.
On Call Commitment: No regular on-call commitment.
Interviews to be held in December 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be expected to work with consultant colleagues to provide a comprehensive oral surgery service. They will be expected to carry out common oral surgery procedures under LA without supervision. They will be expected to undertake emergency and trauma surgery. They will contribute to the supervision of junior staff within the department. They will contribute to clinical teaching within the department.
On Call Commitment: No regular on-call commitment.
Interviews to be held in December 2025
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic dental degree
- Full GDC registration with a licence to practice
- oFour years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Appropriate specialist qualification
- CBCT reporting qualification
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experienced in the diagnosis and management of all common oral surgical, oral medicine and head and neck skin conditions
- Experience of management of Oral and Maxillofacial trauma
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Career Progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Basic dental degree
- Full GDC registration with a licence to practice
- oFour years post-graduation, with two years in the relevant specialty
Desirable
- Higher Degree
- Appropriate specialist qualification
- CBCT reporting qualification
Clinical Skills and Experience
Essential
- Experienced in the diagnosis and management of all common oral surgical, oral medicine and head and neck skin conditions
- Experience of management of Oral and Maxillofacial trauma
Knowledge
Desirable
- Breadth of experience in and outside specialty
Organisation and Planning
Essential
- Experience and ability to work in multi-professional teams
- Understanding of: NHS / Clinical governance / Resource constraints
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Teaching Skills
Essential
- Evidence of an interest and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
Academic and Research
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit
Desirable
- Evidence of managerial skills: Achievements / Course attended
Career Progression
Essential
- Appropriate progression of career to date
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Evidence of:- Good communication skills both oral and written
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).
