Speciality Dentist - Paediatric Dentistry
NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Main area: Dental Paediatric Dentistry
Grade: NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 0.4 sessions per week
Job ref: 213-Division-A-8092957
Employer: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Kings College Hospital, London
Salary: £63,696 - £102,689 per annum
Main duties of the job
The role involves delivering paediatric dentistry services and supporting the care group.
- Assess and treatment plan patients referred by general dental practitioners, community dental services, and internal tertiary referrals.
- Provide high-quality care service to patients.
- Contribute to audit programmes, morbidity and mortality, clinical governance, and learning from death.
- Serve as clinical supervisor of junior medical/dental practitioners.
- Participate in teaching, examination, accreditation duties and CPD initiatives.
- Submit and manage outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as per care group arrangements.
- Provide 24‑hour, 7‑day cover for the unit on a rota basis, covering annual leave and short‑term sickness.
- Assist with the formulation, implementation, and monitoring of the care group’s business plan.
- Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control policies and evidence‑based practice.
- Exhibit professional leadership for staff, fostering continuous professional development.
Person specification
- Wide experience in all aspects of paediatric dentistry or equivalent.
- Experience organising paediatric dentistry services in a busy teaching hospital.
- Leadership capability within multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of medical audit and quality improvement principles.
- Ability to lead change.
- Experience in conducting or supporting clinical research.
- Effective communication skills, teamwork, and collaboration with all staff.
- Proficiency with information technology and general computer skills.
- Flexibility and resilience.
- Professional attitude: reliability, punctuality, tidy appearance.
- Understanding and commitment to King's values.
- Higher degree or diploma (MD, PhD, etc.) preferred.
- Familiarity with the current structure of the NHS and recent initiatives.
- Management course or qualification desirable.
- Relevant research experience in paediatric dentistry.
- Publication of relevant review articles or case reports.
- Teaching skills course or qualification.
Employer certification / accreditation
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) and the Disclosure and Barring Service requirement.
Contact
Service Delivery Manager – Amrita Kaur‑Roath
Email: amrita.kaur‑roath@nhs.net
Telephone: 0203 299 0035
Address: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Jennie Lee House, 2nd Floor, Love Walk Lane, SE5 8AD, UK
Telephone: 020 3299 0072
Speciality Dentist - Paediatric Dentistry employer: Kings College Hospital
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in one of the UK's largest teaching hospitals located in vibrant London. With a strong commitment to employee development, apprentices benefit from structured training and flexible working options that cater to diverse needs, fostering a culture of inclusivity and support. Join a dedicated team where your contributions directly impact patient care and where you can grow your career in a meaningful way.
