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About the role

Join us in Bristol as a Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry -- and help shape the future of children's oral healthcare. Do you hold a current GDC licence to practise? Do you have experience in Paediatric Dentistry? Are you looking to work in a thriving city centre Trust? Bristol Dental Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry to join our friendly, ambitious team at an exciting time of modernisation and service development. Bristol Dental Hospital has recently refurbished the paediatric theatre suite, and plans are in place to upgrade the outpatient department.

This is a varied and rewarding role, combining specialist patient care, teaching, and strong university links within a regional referral centre. We are seeking a candidate who can deliver all elements of outpatient care, including new patient clinics and treatment planning, to treatment delivered under sedation and experience of treatment under general anaesthetic, which is provided both at Bristol Dental Hospital and at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children. Why join us? We offer an attractive package and the chance to build a fulfilling consultant career in one of the UK's most vibrant cities: Recruitment and Retention Premium of up to £15,000, plus relocation expenses of up to £8,000 Full-time 10PA post, with less than 10 PAs negotiable No on-call commitment Excellent teaching, research and academic opportunities through strong university links A supportive, talented multidisciplinary team with a clear focus on innovation and high-quality care The opportunity to work in a regional referral centre undergoing an exciting programme of modernisation And then there's Bristol: a lively, creative and diverse city with outstanding food, culture, schools and transport links. With London, the South West, Wales, the Cotswolds and the coast all within easy reach, it is a fantastic place to live, work and explore.

Person specification

Essential

Full registration including specialist list with the General Dental Council (GDC) or
Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or
Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview
Examination in Paediatric Dentistry (or equivalent) or within six months of completion
Membership of appropriate Medical or Dental Defence Society Successful completion of a Specialty Advisory Committee (SAC) approved training program in Paediatric Dentistry (or equivalent), or within 6 months of completion
Additional post-CCST development over 2 years as recommended by SAC in Paediatric Dentistry, or equivalent
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in relevant specialty
Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision
Developing and running undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes, at the appropriate level
Demonstrable experience of unsupervised clinical practice in Paediatric Dentistry
A track record of leadership and management of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
A working knowledge of clinical governance and effective participation in audit and quality improvement
Ability to prioritise, organise time appropriately and work independently
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty
Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
Positive approach to evidence based practice
Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
Knowledge of the principles involved in research
Evidence of involvement in research
Evidence of peer review research papers
Experience of teaching medical students.
Experience of supervising trainees
Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team
Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it
Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant
Ability to practice independently as a consultant
Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership
Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues.
Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions
Ability to be a flexible team member
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
Awareness of personal limitations
Meets professional health requirements
Agreement to travel to and work in other Bristol NHS Foundation Trust sites necessitated by the role

Desirable

Higher academic qualification
Evidence of high-impact publications
High level recognition of their teaching, such as a postdoctoral qualification or Fellowship of Higher Education Academy or equivalent
Membership of relevant professional organisations relevant to Paediatric Dentistry
Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust's service strategy
Management of clinical service
Management of academic staff
Evidence of teaching innovation with objective markers of teaching quality