Job Description

Role Introduction



We are pleased to announce a fantastic opening for two full-time Band A Dental Officers to join the Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust based in the Community Dental Service. These comprise a 1.0 WTE (37.5hrs) permanent post and a 1.0 WTE (37.5hrs) fixed-term post for 24 months.



We are a consultant-led, referral only service which provides NHS dental care for children & adults who have treatment needs which can't be met in general dental practice. You will be working with patients with complex needs, including physical, mental health, sensory, medical, or social impairment. Therefore, all our dental suites have a range of facilities to make sure they are fully accessible



Our service is proud to be a partner within the West Yorkshire Community Dental Service Collaborative, and aims to be the leading provider of dental care in Leeds for children and adults of Tier 2 complexity and above.



The Dental Officer will provide dental care in our clinics located throughout the city (currently Chapeltown, Middleton & Yeadon). The post may also involve supporting in general anaesthetic theatres within Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and domiciliary visits.

Clinical facilities within our service include:

surgeries equipped with ceiling track hoists, a wheelchair recliner and bariatric bench, the provision of inhalation and intravenous sedation, and access to comprehensive care under GA. Other duties will include working in partnership to provide clinical support to the full dental team



The Dental Officer will be working with a supportive and compassionate team comprising dentists, dental therapists, dental nurses and administrative team members. They will be accountable to the Consultant in Special Care Dentistry and Head of Service.



They will be expected in their duties to perform dental care for both children and adults in clinics located throughout the city. Domiciliary visits, screening at the Adel Beck Secure children's home and assisting in GA theatres may be required.



The assessment, treatment planning, and provision of treatment for children and adults of Tier 2 complexity is expected. The service has equipment available to facilitate appropriate patient care.



Where a longitudinal, core, or mid-year dental trainee is present within CDS, the Dental Officer may be asked to support and clinically supervise the trainee.



Contribution to the clinical and service development of the CDS is also a key component of this post. This will include participation in team meetings, peer review, and clinical governance and audit activities as required.



Please indicate within your application, whether you are applying for the permanent post, fixed-term post, or both.



Please review the and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role.



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



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.