Consultant in Orthodontics

Job overview

🌟 Join Our Expert Team as a Consultant in Orthodontics 🌟

Liverpool University Dental Hospital | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Substantive Post | 0.4 – 1.0 WTE | 10 PAs

Are you a passionate and forward-thinking Orthodontist ready to shape the future of dental care and education? We’re looking for an exceptional Consultant in Orthodontics to join our vibrant, multidisciplinary team at the Liverpool University Dental Hospital (LUDH) — a centre of excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team of Consultant Orthodontists, orthodontic therapists, trainees, and academic colleagues. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality orthodontic care, education, and service development.

Main duties of the job

• Provide consultant-led orthodontic care, including new patient assessments and treatment planning.
• Supervise and teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, including StRs and post-CCST trainees.
• Collaborate with colleagues across specialties including Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Paediatric Dentistry, and Restorative Dentistry.
• Participate in quality improvement, clinical governance, and research initiatives.
• Will have the opportunity to engage in collaborative regional working with Consultant Orthodontists across Cheshire and Merseyside
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, and CPD.

✅ What We’re Looking For

• GDC registration with inclusion on the Orthodontic Specialist List.
• CCST in Orthodontics (or within 6 months of completion).
• Experience in multidisciplinary orthodontic care and teaching.
• A commitment to innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

💼 What We Offer

• Flexible working (0.4 – 1.0 WTE)
• Generous SPA time and support for CPD
• Opportunities for leadership, research, and career development
• A welcoming, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• 🏥 Why Join Us?
• World-Class Facilities: Work in a recently refurbished, state-of-the-art dental hospital with over 150 dental units, cutting-edge simulation suites, and a dedicated on-site lab.
• Academic Excellence: Collaborate with the University of Liverpool’s School of Dentistry, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate education, including the innovative Centennial Curriculum.
• Dynamic Team: Join a supportive team of consultants, orthodontic therapists, trainees, and academic staff, with opportunities for mentorship and leadership.
• Research & Innovation: Engage in impactful research and quality improvement projects with strong interdisciplinary links across the region.

🌍 Why Liverpool

Liverpool is a city that blends history, culture, and innovation. Once the European Capital of Culture, it boasts world-renowned museums, galleries, theatres, and a thriving music and arts scene. The city is compact, easy to navigate, and offers a high quality of life with excellent schools, affordable housing, and beautiful nearby coastlines and countryside.

With two international airports (Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester) and excellent rail and motorway links, Liverpool is perfectly placed for both local living and global travel.