Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry

Job summary

We are seeking to appoint a substantive part-time Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry (8 PAs) to join the forward-thinking and enthusiastic team within our Community Dental Service at Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping paediatric care within our service and make a meaningful impact on the oral health and wellbeing of children and young people across Leeds.

This role will deliver high quality paediatric dentistry, including conscious sedation and general anaesthesia, across a diverse and rewarding clinical environment.

As part of our expanding and ambitious team, you will also contribute to service improvement and the development of comprehensive oral care pathways.

A flexible approach and the ability to travel city-wide to meet service needs are essential.

Main duties of the job

This post is also available for job-sharing or less than the specified PAs. Whether you are just beginning in your consultant career, or an experienced clinician seeking a new challenge, this role offers the chance to thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment.

For further information and to apply, please visit - https://vacancies.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/

The post-holder will work alongside an established leadership team consisting of a Clinical Director, Operational/Clinical Manager, and Consultant in Special Care Dentistry.

For more details please contact Clare Granger (Clinical Director) clare.granger2@nhs.net or Debbie Gallon (SBU General Manager) debbie.gallon1@nhs.net

Closing date: 04/08/2026 and Interview date: 23/09/2026

About us

Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust

Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work

Please see the link below for information on Eligibility for Sponsorship from Leeds Community Healthcare Trust. This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Community Dental Service, Administrative Base, St George's Centre, St George's Road

Middleton

Leeds

LS10 4UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Community Dental Service, Administrative Base, St George's Centre, St George's Road

Middleton

Leeds

LS10 4UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)

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