Locum Consultant in Restorative Dentistry

Locum Consultant in Restorative Dentistry

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – Royal National ENT & Eastman Dental Hospitals (Part‑time, 0.7 WTE).

Closing date: 19 July 2026.

We invite applications for a consultant with commitment to high quality patient care and excellence in postgraduate education/training. The position covers Prosthodontics (0.4 WTE) and Endodontics (0.3 WTE). Candidates must be on or eligible for the GDC Specialist Register in Restorative Dentistry. CV required.

• Provide comprehensive prosthodontic treatment (fixed, removable and implant‑supported) for multidisciplinary cases.
• Supervise and teach trainees, general dental practitioners and junior staff.
• Deliver head and neck cancer restorative care and contribute to clinical effectiveness initiatives.
• Participate in administrative tasks within the Department and Division.
• Collaborate closely with multi‑disciplinary teams across both sites.

• Professional qualifications
  • Full registration with the UK General Dental Council (GDC).
  • On the GDC Specialist Register for Restorative Dentistry and/or Prosthodontics.
  • Completion of an SAC approved training programme in Restorative Dentistry and/or Prosthodontics.
  • Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Restorative Dentistry at date of interview.
  • BDS or equivalent.
  • MSc or equivalent.
  • Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery or equivalent.
  • Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Restorative Dentistry or equivalent.
  • M Clin Dent or membership in Endodontics/Periodontics/Prosthodontics.
• Experience
  • Considerable experience managing patients with multidisciplinary treatment needs in restorative dentistry.
  • Proficient in non‑surgical and surgical procedures in prosthodontics and restorative dentistry including periodontics and endodontics.
  • Demonstrated supervision and teaching of postgraduates, junior staff and dental care professionals.
  • Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and understanding the interface of treatment across dentistry.
• Skills and Abilities
  • Expertise in advanced fixed and removable prosthodontics, implant surgery and related procedures.
  • Proficiency in implant‑related surgeries such as bone augmentation, sinus lifts and grafting.
  • Knowledge of restorative dentistry theory, evidence‑based practice, and head & neck oncology patient care.
  • Familiarity with digital workflows and advanced surgical procedures.
  • Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Knowledge of the NHS Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duties.

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

£113,565 to £150,569 per annum + London weighting pro‑rata (no on‑call commitment).