Part-Time Specialist in Orthodontics in Bodmin

Escape the ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall, one of the UK's most beautiful and inspiring places to live and work. At Smile Together, we're redefining dentistry. As a certified B Corp and employee-owned Community Interest Company (CIC), we combine clinical excellence with social purpose, investing profits back into services, our people, and the communities we serve.

Are you a passionate, patient-focused Specialist Orthodontist looking to take the next step in your career? Join our friendly and established orthodontic team in one of the most stunning regions of the UK. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Orthodontic Specialist to provide exceptional care within our established NHS primary care orthodontic service. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to patient wellbeing.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading the clinical team, providing expert guidance and supporting high standards of care.
• Developing and supporting the role of a new Orthodontic Therapist, contributing to service innovation and enhanced patient care.
• Providing high-quality specialist orthodontic assessments, diagnosis, and comprehensive treatment planning for a wide range of orthodontic cases.
• Delivering a range of orthodontic solutions including fixed appliances, aesthetic options, and clear aligner therapy (e.g., Invisalign).
• Working collaboratively with dentists, therapists, and support staff to ensure seamless patient journeys.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and upholding the highest standards of clinical governance.
• Communicating clearly with patients and their families to explain treatment options and progress.
• Working closely with referring dentists and local providers to maintain strong clinical pathways and professional relationships.
• Contributing to the positive, patient-centred culture of the practice.

• GDC specialist orthodontist registration (without conditions) experienced in providing NHS orthodontic care within a primary care setting.
• Bring a team-oriented, community-focused mindset with a desire to be part of something bigger.

What we offer:

• Flexible hours (current postholder works 3 days per week alternate patterns and additional private work considered).
• Flexible base location within Cornwall, with modern, well-equipped clinical facilities.
• Competitive and negotiable salary, reflective of experience and qualifications.
• Supportive opportunities with opportunities for professional development.

• Work in a modern, purpose-built, fully equipped clinic with the latest dental technology.
• Join a B Corp certified, employee-owned social enterprise with values at its core.
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Be part of a team that believes in doing dentistry differently and making a difference.
• Occasional travel to other sites may be required.

Apply Today or Let's Chat: If you'd like to discuss this role or find out more contact 07355090789 for an informal discussion.

Responsible for providing specialist-level orthodontic assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for children and young people referred into the NHS Primary Care (PDS) orthodontic service, ensuring high-quality patient care across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

1. Specialist clinical assessment and treatment planning: Triage all incoming orthodontic referrals, assessing eligibility, prioritising appropriately and ensuring patients are directed to the correct care pathway in line with PDS referral criteria and national guidelines. Provide comprehensive specialist orthodontic assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for patients meeting the criteria for Level 3a care within the NHS PDS orthodontic service. Determine suitability for orthodontic treatment in primary care and initiate all case starts, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based clinical decision-making. Produce clear, detailed written treatment plans and clinical records to support continuity of care by colleagues and future appointments.
2. Delivery of specialist orthodontic care: Deliver orthodontic treatment for patients referred and deemed appropriate for management within primary care. Ensure treatment is carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with national guidelines, commissioning requirements and Smile Together clinical standards. Refer patients appropriately to secondary care or other orthodontic providers where complex needs exceed the scope of the PDS service.
3. Clinical leadership, support and supervision: Provide expert clinical advice, guidance and second opinions to orthodontic colleagues, DWSI clinicians, therapists and general dentists. Support, mentor and supervise the Orthodontic Therapist (once appointed), ensuring effective delegation and adherence to GDC Scope of Practice. Offer developmental support and structured feedback to dentists, therapists and nurses wishing to develop skills in orthodontics. Work collaboratively across multiple sites, contributing to a cohesive, well-governed clinical service.
4. Service improvement, governance and professional standards: Support the Clinical Leadership Team with orthodontic expertise, contributing to clinical governance, service improvement initiatives, and pathway development. Participate in clinical audit, peer review, case discussions, planning and development sessions, and other activities that enhance service quality and patient outcomes. Ensure compliance with all clinical governance requirements, including safe working practices, safeguarding, radiation protection, infection prevention and control, and the reporting of accidents, incidents and near misses. Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality clinical documentation in line with GDC, NHS and Smile Together standards.
5. Performance, professional development and CPD: Deliver an agreed volume of case starts per year (currently 300), contributing to achievement of contract targets and service efficiency. Maintain and continually develop specialist clinical competence through ongoing CPD, reflective practice and engagement with the Smile Together training portal (Agilio), CPD policy and external educational providers. Develop and maintain a Personal Development Plan (PDP) in accordance with GDC requirements, engaging fully with appraisal and revalidation processes.
6. Communication, team integration and representation: Work effectively with clinical and administrative teams across multiple sites, ensuring smooth patient pathways and consistent service delivery. Act as a positive ambassador for Smile Together's vision, mission and values, modelling professional behaviours at all times. Represent the service professionally in interactions with patients, families, colleagues and external partners. Maintain effective IT and digital record-keeping skills, including proficiency in the Practice Management System and digital orthodontic workflows.

Qualifications: Specialist List Registration: Confirmation of current registration on the General Dental Council's (GDC) specialist list for orthodontics (or equivalent regulatory body).

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.