At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to provide comprehensive dental services and promote oral health in the Falkland Islands.
- Company: FIG Health & Social Services Department, a supportive employer in a unique location.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 30 days annual leave, flights package, and government housing.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant community with no traffic jams and breathtaking wildlife.
- Why this job: Experience adventure while making a real difference in a stunning natural environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Dental Surgery and at least 2 years' experience as a general dental practitioner.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 100000 £ per year.
We need a Dental Officer to join our team in the Falkland Islands on a one-year, fixed-term contract. If you're an experienced dental professional with a sense of adventure, this is a unique opportunity that's hard to match anywhere else in the world!
The FIG Health & Social Services Department are looking for a Dental Practitioner to join our existing team which provides a comprehensive dental and oral health service, including emergency care, based in the King Edward Memorial Hospital in the Islands' capital, Stanley. The service currently has facilities for three surgeries plus a small technical area. The service follows UK practices and standards of care, modified to meet local needs and circumstances.
The Role
The successful applicant will join the Dental Service to maintain and promote the oral health of the population by providing a full range of comprehensive dental services in the Falkland Islands. This role includes, but is not limited to:
- Examining, diagnosing and consulting with patients about dental health options.
- Providing a wide range of comprehensive dental treatments.
- Participating in community dental services including school screening programmes, domiciliary visits and the development and maintenance of the Oral Health Strategy.
- Assisting the Senior Dental Officer in the planning and implementation of improvements to the Dental Department.
The Person
- Holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with a minimum of 2 years' experience as a general dental practitioner, ideally in a senior post in the UK's National Health Service (NHS) or a primary care community dental practice.
- Registered with the UK General Dental Council or recognised international equivalent which must be maintained for the duration of the appointment.
- Dedicated to providing high quality dental care and improving patient experience.
- Able to work and communicate effectively in a busy general practice with both colleagues and patients.
- Flexible approach to work as there is a requirement to be on-call on weekends, Bank Holidays and Public Holidays and may be required to work outside of normal working hours as necessary.
The Package
- Fixed Term Contract, one year.
- Salary Range: basic starting salary £95,651 up to £100,376 per annum commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract.
- 30 Days Annual Leave, plus government and public holidays (totalling 41 days leave).
- Flights Package for you and recognised dependents at the beginning and end of contract.
- Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
- Favourable income tax rates.
Life on the Falkland Islands
The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government. Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams! The Falkland Islands' stunning natural environment provides an unspoiled landscape and amazing wildlife to observe and explore, including penguins, whales and dolphins, all seen from the shore.
The Falkland Islands Government (FIG)
As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.
Ready for a major change? Come join us. The Falklands are a stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in!
To find out more and apply:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and you will be directed to our website where you will be able to download an application pack. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
For further information regarding the position please contact Dr Matthew Allan, Senior Dental Officer.
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
- Closing Date for Applications - 23 August 2026
- Shortlisting commencing - 24 August 2026
- Panel Interviews - 31 August 2026
Prior to shortlisting you may be asked to provide evidence of professional registration and complete a short competency based assessment.
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