Job summary
Powys Teaching Health Board's Community Dental Service is seeking to appoint aSenior Dental Officerto asalaried General Dental Practitioner (GDP)position from April 2026. The base location is to be confirmed but will be situated in theLlandrindod Wells/Mid Wales area.
This is an exciting opportunity to join aprogressive and innovative teamdelivering a broad spectrum of dental services. The successful candidate will work alongside specialist colleagues and benefit from opportunities todevelop additional skillswithin a supportive environment.
This is afull-time role (37.5 hours per week) However, part time would be considered. The ability to travel across sites is essential. Applicants must beregistered with the General Dental Council (GDC)and hold theappropriate qualificationsrequired for this post.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be experienced at providing general dental services and a full range of level 1 complexity of procedures, along with the ability to manage patients with urgent dental problems. Eligibilty for a performer number is essential including the ability to manage caseloads. The postholder will provide support to the associate dental director and assistant clinical director in delivering the managed practice element of Powys Community Dental Service.
You will have full access to modern equipment and materials. Powys Teaching Health Board Community Dental Service is forward thinking and looking for an adaptable individual who wants a better work life balance, as a salaried dentist you will benefit from travel expenses, sickness pay, generous holiday allowance, study leave and the ability to focus on patient centred care.
Powys is the largest county in Wales with a low population density and surrounded by stunning natural beauty. If you would like a change in lifestyle and enjoy country living then this would be the ideal job for you.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
communication
Essential
- Excellent oral and written skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate graduate qualification or equivalent in Dentistry
- Relevant postgraduate Dental Qualification
- Full registration with the GDC
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Competent clinician including all level 1 procedures, ability to work in a team as well as in isolation. Totally flexible in the ability to be able to work in different environments including a mobile dental unit. This will also include a domiciliary setting
- Current knowledge of dental surgery techniques, procedures, materials and concepts
- Appreciation of the requirements of confidentiality/consent
- Proven track record of being able to work on own initiative
- GDS experience
- Eligible for performers number
Desirable
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary settings
- MOS experience
- Teaching experience
Technical Smills
Essential
- Ability to achieve and maintain professional standards
- Knowledge of General Dental Services including use of electronic record keeping, NHS rules and regulations, understanding of the current FP17W form. Knowledge of Contract Reform and principles in Wales
Desirable
- Ability to readily understand and analyse information
- Working knowledge of the Welsh healthcare system
- I.T skills
- Working knowledge of the current Welsh NHS policies/processes insofar as they relate to the delivery of special care dentistry in Wales
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to be methodical with a good attention to detail
- Ability to work calmly under pressure
- A willingness to undertake further training and personal development as required
Desirable
- The ability to travel both within and outside Powys as required
Person Specification
communication
Essential
- Excellent oral and written skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate graduate qualification or equivalent in Dentistry
- Relevant postgraduate Dental Qualification
- Full registration with the GDC
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Competent clinician including all level 1 procedures, ability to work in a team as well as in isolation. Totally flexible in the ability to be able to work in different environments including a mobile dental unit. This will also include a domiciliary setting
- Current knowledge of dental surgery techniques, procedures, materials and concepts
- Appreciation of the requirements of confidentiality/consent
- Proven track record of being able to work on own initiative
- GDS experience
- Eligible for performers number
Desirable
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary settings
- MOS experience
- Teaching experience
Technical Smills
Essential
- Ability to achieve and maintain professional standards
- Knowledge of General Dental Services including use of electronic record keeping, NHS rules and regulations, understanding of the current FP17W form. Knowledge of Contract Reform and principles in Wales
Desirable
- Ability to readily understand and analyse information
- Working knowledge of the Welsh healthcare system
- I.T skills
- Working knowledge of the current Welsh NHS policies/processes insofar as they relate to the delivery of special care dentistry in Wales
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to be methodical with a good attention to detail
- Ability to work calmly under pressure
- A willingness to undertake further training and personal development as required
Desirable
- The ability to travel both within and outside Powys as required
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).
