Job Description

The closing date is 5th Oct 2025

Job summary

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This is primarily a clinical post with some management responsibilities, supporting the delivery of Minor Oral Surgery (MOS) services for adults within the Primary Care Dental Service in Somerset. The post holder will be responsible for providing clinical MOS procedures across the county, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety. In addition to clinical duties, the role includes monitoring performance activity to support service quality and efficiency. The successful candidate will also contribute to the planning, development, and day-to-day operational management of the MOS service, working collaboratively with colleagues and potentially travelling between clinic sites to meet patient needs.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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The post holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality Minor Oral Surgery (MOS) under local anaesthesia, in line with NICE guidelines and local protocols, with flexibility to work across different clinical sites depending on patient and service needs.


A competent and experienced clinical practitioner, with the ability to work without supervision, they will be collaborating with healthcare colleagues in both primary and secondary care, and supporting the service through mentoring and clinical advice. Duties include triaging referrals, maintaining accurate clinical records using the Trust's dental IT system, and ensuring timely submission of activity claims to the NHS Business Services Authority. The role also involves maintaining professional registration and CPD in accordance with GDC requirements, obtaining informed consent in line with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and working in partnership with other disciplines and agencies to deliver patient-centred care.


Ongoing training and development will be supported to uphold clinical standards and service quality.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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Please see the attached job description for full details of the role. We welcome informal visits or discussions prior to application so if you would like to find out more about the role feel free to contact daniel.rawles@somersetft.nhs.uk - 07867 537507.


In addition take a look at our community dentistry video to find out what working with our service could look like for you:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4q62-Vf0osQ

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Full GDC registration


BDS or equivalent.


Vocational Training or equivalent.


Postgraduate qualification.


Training on a recognised Oral Surgery - Maxillo-Facial post.


To be on NHS England's National Primary Care Performers List.


Training on a recognised Oral Surgery - Maxillo-Facial post.


To be on NHS England's National Primary Care Performers List.

Experience

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Essential

Experience of working within Primary Dental Care and in Secondary Care.


Ability to demonstrate broad clinical experience


Experience of working under the direct supervision of a Maxillo-facial or Oral Surgery Consultant in a recognised training unit in secondary care.


Experience of treating patients with additional care needs and those patients who are medically compromised.

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills


Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to occasionally travel to other clinics to meet the needs of the service.

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 Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

For help with your application, contact:

Erica Boulton


erica.boulton@somersetft.nhs.uk


07771396042

Pay scheme

Hospital Medical and Dental

Band

Doctor - Other

Salary

81716.00 to 95579.00 Yearly

Contract

Fixed Term

Duration

12 Month(s)

Working pattern

Part-Time, Full-Time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-FAM-3274

Job locations

Community Dental Bridgwater

2-4 Taunton Road

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 3LS