Trust Grade Dental Core Trainee

We are seeking an enthusiastic Trust grade Dental Core Trainee (DCT) to join the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Department at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust., The successful candidate would be expected to take part in Clinical Governance activities, training and teaching. The Trust can also provide support for doctors wishing to train via CESR pathway.

This is a 40 hours a week post with a 1:6 non-resident first on weekend and 1:5 weekdays on call (either Friday 24hrs or Saturday & Sunday 48 hrs). However, LTFT hours would be considered.

Main duties of the job

The Maxillofacial Unit provides the full range of OMFS services including Orthognathic Surgery, Trauma, Salivary Gland Surgery and Surgical Dermatology(with the exception of Reconstructive Oncology, Cleft Lip and Palate and Craniofacial Surgery).

The post holder will undertake a number of clinical sessions per week in Peterborough (dependent upon the service needs) divided between new referral clinics, follow up clinics, supervised treatments under local anaesthetic and general anaesthetic along with independent local anaesthetic lists under the supervision of four Oral and Maxillofacial Consultants.

You must hold a DBS, or equivalent, have full registration with the GDC, and a minimum of one years' experience in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery.

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);


• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:


• Flexible working opportunities;


• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;


• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;


• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;


• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;


• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;


• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);


• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough


We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.