Consultant in Restorative Dentistry

The closing date is 07 July 2026

We are delighted to offer a full–time consultant (10PA) in Restorative Dentistry to join the team at Newcastle Dental Hospital to support our specialist advisory and treatment services.

We are looking for an enthusiastic clinician with experience in multidisciplinary working who will support endodontic services including dental trauma, head and neck oncology, implant, developmental and cleft service and contribute to general restorative diagnostic clinics. The post will focus on endodontic services, dental trauma and fixed‑prosthodontics. The post holder will undertake new patient activity, meet departmental activity targets, provide consultant cover as required and deliver clinical dental education to trainees, undergraduates and postgraduate students.

The primary aim of this 1.0 WTE appointment as Consultant in Restorative Dentistry (10 programmed activities) is to join the existing well‑integrated team to provide consultant‑led service at tertiary level to the population of the North‑East and beyond. The post will support the delivery of specialist services in Restorative Dentistry within the Dental Directorate. Multi‑disciplinary clinics will also run jointly with other dental specialties to treat head and neck cancer, hypodontia, chronic pain, cleft lip and palate, special care dentistry and patients transitioning from paediatric dentistry to adult care.

The successful applicant will be based at the Dental Hospital and provide a comprehensive diagnostic, treatment, and multidisciplinary service to support departmental activity targets. The post holder will contribute to the consultant cover rota and offer clinical dental education to junior staff, postgraduates and undergraduates.

Candidates are required to hold a primary dental qualification, be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), have passed the intercollegiate specialist fellowship examination qualification (or show equivalence) in Restorative Dentistry from one of the surgical Royal Colleges, and be on the GDC specialist list in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of expected date of CCST.

• Provide clinical services for patients attending the Restorative Dental services of the Trust.
• Deliver dental services in accordance with the Job Purpose.
• Undertake clinical teaching and supervision of junior dental staff, including undergraduates and postgraduates.
• Provide consultant cover and clinical supervision for junior dental colleagues and postgraduates in the Directorate as necessary.

• Primary Dental Qualification.
• Full GDC Registration.
• Entry on the GDC Specialist Register in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of expected date of CCST.
• Successful completion of an SAC approved minimum 5‑year training programme in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of completion, or equivalent.
• Intercollegiate specialty fellowship examination or equivalent.
• An appropriate postgraduate qualification in Restorative Dentistry or equivalent.
• Teaching qualification.

• Significant experience in Restorative Dentistry including endodontics, dental trauma, head and neck cancer patients, hypodontia and cleft patients, and advanced restorative procedures.
• Commitment to the specialty.
• Ability to provide high‑quality specialist care and expert clinical opinion.
• Independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to a tertiary centre.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams and planning and providing dental implant treatment for oncology and hypodontia patients.
• Use of evidence‑based practice and knowledge of the relevant literature.

• Involvement with management and project leadership within the specialty.
• Understanding of clinical governance.
• Understanding of the role of transformation in the NHS.
• Proven management and administrative experience and understanding of management goals.
• Evidence of leadership / project management.
• Evidence of having implemented change.
• Experience in developing and implementing…