Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic dentist who can fulfil this role as a Dental Core Trainee 2+.
Clinical experience in new patient assessment, treatment planning and provision of treatment
Seminar and hand-on teaching and opportunity for audit
The post holder is encouraged to present clinical audit projects at monthly local audit meetings and weekly journal clubs. DCT's are made available to attend mandatory NHSE regional study days.
Main duties of the job
2 New patient clinics
2 Oncology clinics
5 Treatment sessions
1 Journal club/
1 Audit/ Admin.
A Trust induction will be provided.
A NHSE Regional induction will be provided.
There will be no opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
Local induction including mandatory training will be provided
Regional NHSE study days dates will be provided on post commencement
A named ES will be provided for each trainee
Case presentation / mini lectures / journal club
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey.Our sites include St George's Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).
After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2025
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
52,656 to 65,048 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
200-SNCT-712846-7560230-JT
Job locations
St George's Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description. If you have any further queries about the role, please do not hesitate to reach out via details below. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description. If you have any further queries about the role, please do not hesitate to reach out via details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full registration with GDC
• BDS or equivalent

Skills
Essential

• High level of clinical skills
• Good communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work in a team
• Reflective learning

Knowledge
Essential

• Commitment to personal CPD
• Commitment to clinical audit

Desirable

• An interest in research and publishing
• A commitment to evidence based practice
• A commitment to sharing good practice

Experience
Essential

• Experience of dealing with referrals e.g. letters and correspondence
• Experience in providing routine restorative dental care
• Experience of managing patients who are medically compromised

other
Essential

• DBS clearance

Desirable

• Interest to proceed with further postgraduate/speciality training

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Full registration with GDC
• BDS or equivalent

Skills
Essential

• High level of clinical skills
• Good communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work in a team
• Reflective learning

Knowledge
Essential

• Commitment to personal CPD
• Commitment to clinical audit

Desirable

• An interest in research and publishing
• A commitment to evidence based practice
• A commitment to sharing good practice

Experience
Essential

• Experience of dealing with referrals e.g. letters and correspondence
• Experience in providing routine restorative dental care
• Experience of managing patients who are medically compromised

other
Essential

• DBS clearance

Desirable

• Interest to proceed with further postgraduate/speciality training

Skills Required