Job Description

GREAT ORMOND STREET HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
SIGHT AND SOUND
12-MONTH LOCUM CONSULTANT IN PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY 8 PAs
Applications are invited for an 8 PA 12-month Locum Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry based within the Dental & Maxillofacial department at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
The Maxillofacial and Dental team provide maxillofacial surgery, orthodontic services, paediatric dentistry and restorative dentistry for children and teenagers. The department sees over 5000 outpatient and around 300 inpatients per annum, many of whom are under multiple clinical teams because of their complex medical needs. The unit benefits from a recently refurbished, purpose built suite with 6 clinical rooms. The department has three all day and a half day operating lists per month within the paediatric dental service.
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust (GOSH) is a national centre of excellence in the provision of specialist children's health care, currently delivering the widest range of specialist care of any children's hospital in the UK. It is the only specialist Biomedical Research Centre for paediatrics, the largest centre in the UK for children with heart or brain problems, and the largest centre in Europe for children with cancer. It works in partnership with the UCL Institute of Child Health (ICH), part of University College London, and together they form the largest paediatric research and teaching centre in the UK.
Main duties of the job
This is a locum 8 PA role and the post holder will be part of the Dental and Maxillofacial Department, in the Sight & Sound Division. Flexible working and job share will be considered with a minimum commitment of one day per week.
The department provides maxillofacial surgery, orthodontic services and paediatric and restorative dentistry within the trust. Paediatric dental services are provided for children cared for by The North Thames Cleft Lip and Palate Service and the nationally commissioned Craniofacial and Epidermolysis Bullosa Services. In addition, care is provided for children and young people, usually already known to the Trust, who have complex medical needs that cannot be met outside a tertiary/quaternary children's hospital. Over 5000 patients are seen annually as outpatients within the dental department. The inpatient workload is just under 300 episodes.
The department has approximately 5-6 half day operating lists per week shared between the specialities. Children having dental treatment under general anaesthesia are admitted under a relevant medical team that is responsible for the inpatient medical care. In addition, the department tries to accommodate requests for ad hoc treatments or piggyback procedures during general anaesthesia for other procedures.
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Details
Date posted
21 September 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
109,725 to 145,478 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
271-MDL-7398506
Job locations
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street Hospital
London
WC1N 3JH
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments. Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachments.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Always welcoming
• Always helpful
• Always expert
• Always one team
• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential

• Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
• On the GDC Specialist List in Paediatric Dentistry
• Membership in Paediatric Dentistry, or equivalent
• Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Paediatric Dentistry
• Successful completion of an SAC-approved 2 year minimum training programme in a Fixed Term Training Appointment (FTTA) in Paediatric Dentistry
• Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
• Experience and qualifications in provision of treatment under conscious sedation
• Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Paediatric Dentistry, or equivalent, before commencing consultant post
• Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent.

Desirable

• A minimum of 5 years standing as a Consultant

Experience/Knowledge
Essential

• Experience in paediatric dentistry for patients with complex clinical needs and medical conditions
• Clinical Governance
• Previous role/experience working in a Children's hospital or Cleft team
• Experience of postgraduate and undergraduate teaching and training at an appropriate level.
• Understanding of safeguarding
• Level 3 safeguarding training 2

Desirable

• Publications in refereed journals and research relevant to Paediatric Dentistry

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Computer literate, experience of using Microsoft office.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• Understanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential

• Always welcoming
• Always helpful
• Always expert
• Always one team
• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential

• Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
• On the GDC Specialist List in Paediatric Dentistry
• Membership in Paediatric Dentistry, or equivalent
• Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Paediatric Dentistry
• Successful completion of an SAC-approved 2 year minimum training programme in a Fixed Term Training Appointment (FTTA) in Paediatric Dentistry
• Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
• Experience and qualifications in provision of treatment under conscious sedation
• Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Paediatric Dentistry, or equivalent, before commencing consultant post
• Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent.

Desirable

• A minimum of 5 years standing as a Consultant

Experience/Knowledge
Essential

• Experience in paediatric dentistry for patients with complex clinical needs and medical conditions
• Clinical Governance
• Previous role/experience working in a Children's hospital or Cleft team
• Experience of postgraduate and undergraduate teaching and training at an appropriate level.
• Understanding of safeguarding
• Level 3 safeguarding training 2

Desirable

• Publications in refereed journals and research relevant to Paediatric Dentistry

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Computer literate, experience of using Microsoft office.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• Understanding of and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical/organisational context
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Skills Required