# Senior Dental Officer

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for NHS Dumfries and Galloway.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** NHS Dumfries and Galloway
- **Location:** Sanquhar Health Centre
- **Workplace type:** onsite
- **Profession:** Dentist
- **Grade:** Senior
- **Salary:** £84,180 - £98,460
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full time
- **Closing date:** 2026-08-31T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-08-17T08:59:13.069Z
- **Source information URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=261069
- **Application URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/DecideInternalExternal/DecideInternalExternal?JobId=261069
- **Employer website:** https://www.nhsdg.co.uk

## Job Content

### Job details

- Job reference: 250663
- Salary: Senior Dental Officer – PDS (£84,180 - £98,460)
- Job closing date: 31/08/2026
- Job Type: Medical and Dental
- Location: Sanquhar Health Centre
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 37.5
- Job posted date: 17/08/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Dumfries & Galloway
- Department: Public Dental Services

### Job Advert: Senior Dental Officer

### NHS Dumfries & Galloway Public Dental Service | Sanquhar Health Centre

Contract: Permanent 37.5hpw, alternative working patterns will be considered

### Find Your Perfect Balance in the Heart of South West Scotland

Are you a Dental Officer looking for a role that combines variety, clinical excellence and an exceptional quality of life? NHS Dumfries & Galloway invites you to join our friendly and dynamic anaesthetics team at our modern, purpose-built hospital.

We are looking for a dedicated colleague to join our team, and we are proud to offer a highly flexible approach to job planning. Whether you are seeking a full-time role or wish to work less than full time, we are committed to designing a job plan that fits your personal and professional needs.

### Why Choose NHS Dumfries & Galloway?

- A Supportive Community: Our smaller teams foster a genuine sense of community where you are known by name and supported in your role. We pride ourselves on a culture of shared learning and best practice.
- Investment in You: We are committed to your professional development, with opportunities to develop new skills and heavily invested in the latest equipment and technology. We offer up to 10 days of funded external study leave per year.
- A Focus on Education: Our state-of-the-art education centre is fully equipped with a clinical skills lab and observation room. We host weekly journal clubs, educational talks, and are accredited for basic level training in Intensive Care Medicine.

### Are you a GDC‑registered Dentist?Do you want to get involved and make a real difference to patients? Then please read on.

We are inviting applications to join the Public Dental Service as a Dental Officer based at Sanquhar Health Centre. You will be part of a welcoming and supportive team working within an established dental clinic that provides care for a registered cohort of local patients.

The postholder will support the provision of dental care for approximately 1,800 registered patients, delivering high‑quality routine dental care to the local community.

Come and join the team at the dental clinic in the picturesque town of Sanquhar. The dental clinic is based within the modern health centre in the heart of the town. This is a 2 surgery facility with a team of dedicated and experienced staff.

This post is offered on a full‑time basis of up to 37.5 hours per week, however, there is flexibility for discussion, and alternative working patterns will be considered.

Grants and allowances of up to £35,000 may be available, depending on the successful candidate’s circumstances.

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion or visit, please do not hesitate to get in touch about this exciting opportunity. Please contact:

Alison Milne, PDS Clinical Lead - Alison.milne3@nhs.scot Tel: 07733 479420

Julie McLellan, Manager for Dental Services – Julie.mclellan2@nhs.scot Tel: 0774 0873520

## Documents

- [27.07.26 SDO Jobpack  (PDF, KB)](https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/GetJobAdvertDocument?Id=1185381&JobId=261069)

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