Senior Dentist

Job Summary

Our Community Dental Service is an award‑winning, forward‑thinking service proud of the care it provides to the people of Bradford and Airedale. We are seeking an experienced and passionate dentist with a strong interest in managing and treating special care patients. We need a dedicated professional with a caring and compassionate attitude, who is enthusiastic and committed to improving patient care and contributing to our team’s mission of delivering an outstanding patient experience.

Some travel across the district and managing a mixed case load are requirements of the role.

The postholder will be expected to provide comprehensive, advanced clinical care to patients within the Community Dental Service, including dental care under conscious sedation or general anaesthesia where appropriate.

Closing Date: 22 March 2026
Shortlisting Date: 24 March 2026
Interview Date: 28 April 2026

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values:

• We Care: We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference.
• We Listen: We understand people’s views and respond to their individual needs.
• We Deliver: We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners.

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including:

• Increase mileage rates for >3500 miles
• A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
• A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
• Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. The Trust is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan.

Date posted: 20 February 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Doctor - other
Salary: £81,716 to £95,579 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Reference number: 453‑26‑7798313
Job locations: Bradford District, Bradford, BD7 3EG

Please read the attached job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Applicants who require a visa to work in the UK are eligible for sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. You must meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa. Prior to your appointment, you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. You have a personal responsibility to notify your manager promptly of any changes to your right‑to‑work status.

Failure to do so may result in termination of employment.

Essential

• GDC Registration
• Must be on a PCT Performer List
• Highly experienced clinician with post‑qualification experience and a proven track record in dentistry.
• Demonstrate experience of treating patients with additional needs.
• Experience of working with other agencies.
• Willingness to contribute to overall service strategy and development.

Desirable

• Postgraduate dental qualification
• Experience of treating patients with conscious sedation and general anaesthetic.
• Management experience.
• Varied clinical experience in primary and secondary dental care.
• Previous experience of working in the Community Dental Service.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires submission for a Disclosure and Barring Service check to identify any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer name: Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Bradford District, Bradford, BD7 3EG

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