Job summary
Were Hiring a Part-Time
Specialist in Orthodontics
Location: Cornwall
Salary: Competitive
Bonus: Golden Hello
Escape
the ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall one of the UKs most
beautiful and inspiring places to live and work.
At
Smile Together, were redefining dentistry. As a certified B Corp and
employee-owned Community Interest Company (CIC), we combine clinical excellence
with social purpose, investing profits back into services, our people, and the
communities we serve.
Are you a passionate, patient-focused Specialist Orthodontist looking to take
the next step in your career? Join our friendly and established orthodontic
team in one of the most stunning regions of the UK.
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated
Orthodontic Specialist to provide exceptional care within our established NHS
primary care orthodontic service. Youll be part of a supportive environment
that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to patient
wellbeing.
Main duties of the job
What Youll Be Doing
Leading
the clinical team, providing expert guidance and supporting high standards of
care.
Develop
and support the role of a new Orthodontic Therapist, contributing to service
innovation and enhanced patient care
Providing
high-quality specialist orthodontic assessments, diagnosis, and comprehensive treatment
planning for a wide range of orthodontic cases
Delivering
a range of orthodontic solutions including fixed appliances, aesthetic options,
and clear aligner therapy (e.g., Invisalign)
Working
collaboratively with dentists, therapists, and support staff to ensure seamless
patient journeys
Maintaining
accurate clinical records and upholding the highest standards of clinical
governance
Communicating
clearly with patients and their families to explain treatment options and
progress
Working
closely with referring dentists and local providers to maintain strong clinical
pathways and professional relationships
Contributing
to the positive, patient-centred culture of the practice
What Youll Bring
GDC
specialist orthodontist registration (without conditions)
Have
a current NHS Performer Number
experienced
in providing NHS orthodontic care within a primary care setting
Bring
a team-oriented, community-focused mindset with a desire to be part of
something bigger.
About us
What we offer
Flexible
hours (current postholder works 3 days per week alternate patterns and
additional private work considered)
Flexible
base location within Cornwall, with modern, well-equipped clinical facilities
Competitive
and negotiable salary, reflective of experience and qualifications
Supportive
opportunities with opportunities for professional development.
Why Choose Smile Together?
Work
in a modern, purpose-built, fully equipped clinic with the latest dental
technology.
Join
a B Corp certified, employee-owned social enterprise with values at its core.
Enjoy
a healthy work-life balance and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
Be
part of a team that believes in doing dentistry differently and making a
difference
Competitive
salary
Occasional
travel to other sites may be required.
Apply Today or Lets Chat
First
If youd like to discuss this role or find out more contact
07355090789 for an informal discussion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for
providing specialist-level orthodontic assessment, diagnosis and treatment
planning for children and young people referred into the NHS Primary Care (PDS)
orthodontic service, ensuring high-quality patient care across Cornwall and the
Isles of Scilly.
Key accountabilities:
1. Specialist
clinical assessment and treatment planning
Triage all incoming orthodontic referrals,
assessing eligibility, prioritising appropriately and ensuring patients are
directed to the correct care pathway in line with PDS referral criteria and
national guidelines.
Provide comprehensive specialist orthodontic
assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for patients meeting the criteria
for Level 3a care within the NHS PDS orthodontic service.
Determine suitability for orthodontic treatment
in primary care and initiate all case starts, ensuring high-quality,
evidence-based clinical decision-making.
Produce clear, detailed written treatment plans
and clinical records to support continuity of care by colleagues and future
appointments.
2. Delivery of specialist orthodontic care
Deliver orthodontic treatment for patients
referred and deemed appropriate for management within primary care.
Ensure treatment is carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with national guidelines,
commissioning requirements and Smile Together
clinical standards
Refer
patients appropriately to secondary care or other orthodontic providers where
complex needs exceed the scope of the PDS service.
3. Clinical
leadership, support and supervision
Provide expert clinical advice, guidance and
second opinions to orthodontic colleagues, DWSI clinicians, therapists and
general dentists.
Support, mentor and supervise the Orthodontic
Therapist (once appointed), ensuring effective delegation and adherence to GDC
Scope of Practice.
Offer developmental support and structured
feedback to dentists, therapists and nurses wishing to develop skills in
orthodontics.
Work collaboratively across multiple sites,
contributing to a cohesive, well-governed clinical service.
4. Service
improvement, governance and professional standards
Support the Clinical Leadership Team with
orthodontic expertise, contributing to clinical governance, service improvement
initiatives, and pathway development.
Participate in clinical audit, peer review, case
discussions, planning and development sessions, and other activities that
enhance service quality and patient outcomes.
Ensure compliance with all clinical governance
requirements, including safe working practices, safeguarding, radiation
protection, infection prevention and control, and the reporting of accidents,
incidents and near misses.
Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality
clinical documentation in line with GDC, NHS and Smile Together standards.
5. Performance,
professional development and CPD
Deliver an agreed volume of case starts per year
(currently 300), contributing to achievement of contract targets and service
efficiency.
Maintain and continually develop specialist
clinical competence through ongoing CPD, reflective practice and engagement
with the Smile Together training portal (Agilio), CPD policy and external
educational providers.
Develop and maintain a Personal Development Plan
(PDP) in accordance with GDC requirements, engaging fully with appraisal and
revalidation processes.
6. Communication,
team integration and representation
Work effectively with clinical and
administrative teams across multiple sites, ensuring smooth patient pathways
and consistent service delivery.
Act as a positive ambassador for Smile
Togethers vision, mission and values, modelling professional behaviours at all
times.
Represent the service professionally in
interactions with patients, families, colleagues and external partners.
Maintain effective IT and digital record-keeping
skills, including proficiency in the Practice Management System and digital
orthodontic workflows.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for
providing specialist-level orthodontic assessment, diagnosis and treatment
planning for children and young people referred into the NHS Primary Care (PDS)
orthodontic service, ensuring high-quality patient care across Cornwall and the
Isles of Scilly.
Key accountabilities:
1. Specialist
clinical assessment and treatment planning
Triage all incoming orthodontic referrals,
assessing eligibility, prioritising appropriately and ensuring patients are
directed to the correct care pathway in line with PDS referral criteria and
national guidelines.
Provide comprehensive specialist orthodontic
assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for patients meeting the criteria
for Level 3a care within the NHS PDS orthodontic service.
Determine suitability for orthodontic treatment
in primary care and initiate all case starts, ensuring high-quality,
evidence-based clinical decision-making.
Produce clear, detailed written treatment plans
and clinical records to support continuity of care by colleagues and future
appointments.
2. Delivery of specialist orthodontic care
Deliver orthodontic treatment for patients
referred and deemed appropriate for management within primary care.
Ensure treatment is carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with national guidelines,
commissioning requirements and Smile Together
clinical standards
Refer
patients appropriately to secondary care or other orthodontic providers where
complex needs exceed the scope of the PDS service.
3. Clinical
leadership, support and supervision
Provide expert clinical advice, guidance and
second opinions to orthodontic colleagues, DWSI clinicians, therapists and
general dentists.
Support, mentor and supervise the Orthodontic
Therapist (once appointed), ensuring effective delegation and adherence to GDC
Scope of Practice.
Offer developmental support and structured
feedback to dentists, therapists and nurses wishing to develop skills in
orthodontics.
Work collaboratively across multiple sites,
contributing to a cohesive, well-governed clinical service.
4. Service
improvement, governance and professional standards
Support the Clinical Leadership Team with
orthodontic expertise, contributing to clinical governance, service improvement
initiatives, and pathway development.
Participate in clinical audit, peer review, case
discussions, planning and development sessions, and other activities that
enhance service quality and patient outcomes.
Ensure compliance with all clinical governance
requirements, including safe working practices, safeguarding, radiation
protection, infection prevention and control, and the reporting of accidents,
incidents and near misses.
Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality
clinical documentation in line with GDC, NHS and Smile Together standards.
5. Performance,
professional development and CPD
Deliver an agreed volume of case starts per year
(currently 300), contributing to achievement of contract targets and service
efficiency.
Maintain and continually develop specialist
clinical competence through ongoing CPD, reflective practice and engagement
with the Smile Together training portal (Agilio), CPD policy and external
educational providers.
Develop and maintain a Personal Development Plan
(PDP) in accordance with GDC requirements, engaging fully with appraisal and
revalidation processes.
6. Communication,
team integration and representation
Work effectively with clinical and
administrative teams across multiple sites, ensuring smooth patient pathways
and consistent service delivery.
Act as a positive ambassador for Smile
Togethers vision, mission and values, modelling professional behaviours at all
times.
Represent the service professionally in
interactions with patients, families, colleagues and external partners.
Maintain effective IT and digital record-keeping
skills, including proficiency in the Practice Management System and digital
orthodontic workflows.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist List Registration: Confirmation of current registration on the General Dental Council's (GDC) specialist list for orthodontics (or equivalent regulatory body).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Specialist List Registration: Confirmation of current registration on the General Dental Council's (GDC) specialist list for orthodontics (or equivalent regulatory body).
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
