Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry Band C

Job summary

Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry
101, per annum inclusive of LW pa pro rata Permanent - 37.5 hrs per week

The Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry is a senior clinician within the Community Dental Service, responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based dental care for children and young people with complex oral health needs, behavioural challenges, medical conditions, disabilities and dental trauma. The postholder will provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and clinical management across a range of settings, including dental clinics, schools, domiciliary visits where appropriate and hospital environments.

A key component of the role is regular participation in the weekly Paediatric General Anaesthesia service, including patient assessment, multidisciplinary treatment planning, provision of dental treatment under general anaesthesia and post-operative care. The postholder will also provide dental care using behavioural management techniques, inhalation sedation and intravenous conscious sedation where appropriate.

As part of the multidisciplinary team, the postholder will provide specialist advice and support to colleagues, manage referrals for complex paediatric cases and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and patient centred care. The role includes educational supervision, teaching and supporting the professional development of the wider dental team.

Expected Interview date week commencing 14th of September 2026

Main duties of the job Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and dental care for children and young people with complex oral health needs.

Deliver specialist dental care in community clinics, schools, domiciliary settings where appropriate and hospital environments, including treatment under inhalation sedation, intravenous conscious sedation and general anaesthesia.

Assess and manage children with dental trauma, developmental dental anomalies, significant dental anxiety, complex medical conditions and disabilities.

Provide specialist advice, support and clinical guidance to colleagues and accept referrals for complex paediatric cases.

Contribute to teaching, educational supervision and the professional development of dentists, trainees and other members of the dental team.

Support the Clinical Director in the delivery and continuous improvement of the Paediatric Dentistry service through clinical governance, safeguarding, audit, quality improvement, guideline development and service evaluation.

Work collaboratively with paediatricians, GPs, health visitors, school nursing teams, social care, education services and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated, child-centred care.

Maintain the highest standards of clinical practice, professionalism and record keeping in accordance with GDC Standards, national guidance and Bromley Healthcare policies.

About us Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Details Date posted
25 August 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other Salary
101,434 to 116,573 a year

per annum inclusive of LW PA pro rata

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference number
848-BHC-240-26

Job locations across sites

BexleySE2 9LH
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities

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