Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for two specialists in paediatric dentistry to join our team. One will be based in Cheshire and Merseyside and the other will be based in Greater Manchester. We can be flexible with clinic bases, The main purpose of these roles will be
To function as clinical lead for paediatric dentistry in either C+M or GM within our dental network
To provide/facilitate a Specialist Dental Service for children requiring Specialist paediatric dental care. This is likely to include the provision of care for children with who are unable to accept routine dental care because of some physical, developmental, medical, emotional, sensory, mental or social impairment, or a combination of these factors according to the criteria and protocols relevant to the specialty of Paediatric dentistry.
To accept referrals of complex cases from other dentists, including salaried dentists.
To undertake a range of patient management techniques including inhalation sedation.
To provide dental treatment for children under general anaesthesia.
To support any necessary further developments in paediatric sedation and behavioural management, including development of advanced sedation techniques
To work with Senior Salaried Dentists to advise and assist the Clinical Director in planning dental services for Children requiring Specialist dental care
We can be flexible on clinic base on appointment
Main duties of the job
Clinical
The clinical activities undertaken by the post holder will be those necessary to comply with the paediatric dentistry contracts that the Trust holds
Communication
Communicate effectively with the following.
- Patients, carers, families, and user groups regarding complex clinical issues relating to paediatric dentistry and/or in difficult situations.
- Clinical teams and peers in relation to paediatric dentistry in leadership situations.
- Other health and social care professionals relating to paediatric dentistry.
- Operational managers and corporate services teams in North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust
Please see attached Full Job Description and Person Specification.
About us
Flexible working will be considered for all roles.
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM) serves more than one million residents across the Halton and Warrington boroughs and the wider North West region.
Bringing together community and out-of-hospital services (formerly provided by Bridgewater Community Healthcare) with inpatient and elective care (formerly Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals) we provide services at two hospital sites and more than 70 community hubs and facilities.
Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM).
They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation.
Our mission
We will be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other
Our vision
We will be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn
Our values
- Kind: We are caring, supportive and respectful to everyone
- Open: We are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working
- Fair: We listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all
- One team: We work well together and with our communities
Details
- Date posted: 17 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
- Salary: £101,434 to £116,573 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: C9835-DEN26-064
- Job locations: Dental Clinic, Bath Street Health and Wellbeing Centre, Legh Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA1 1UG, United Kingdom, Dental Clinic, Oldham ICC, Radcliffe Street, Oldham, OL1 1NL, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
The Trust wishes to appoint a paediatric specialist responsible for providing clinical leadership within either Greater Manchester or Cheshire and Merseyside. This person will be the sectors internal clinical expert and reference point for Paediatric Dentistry and related services. This individual will work with the Network Clinical Director and Clinical Directors to ensure that patients receive the very best care from the Trust.
Work will be carried out in accordance with the Primary Care Trust Dental Service Directions 2006, or such successor Directions as may from time to time be enacted.
Reporting professionally to the Lead Clinical Director of Dental services you will assist with any clinical matters relating to paediatric dentistry across the sector footprint and undertake duties as delegated by the Lead Clinical Director of Dental services. You will attend relevant external and internal clinical networks, where necessary initiating and maintaining those networks.
Tenure
The role will be a permanent appointment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical
The clinical activities undertaken by the post holder will be those necessary to comply with the paediatric dentistry contracts that the Trust holds
Communication
Communicate effectively with the following.
- Patients, carers, families, and user groups regarding complex clinical issues relating to paediatric dentistry and/or in difficult situations.
- Clinical teams and peers in relation to paediatric dentistry in leadership situations.
- Other health and social care professionals relating to paediatric dentistry.
- Operational managers and corporate services teams in the Trust.
Management & Leadership
Provide clinical leadership to paediatric services operating across multiple sites within the sector
May undertake appraisals, personal development plans and job plans for other dentists who provide treatment to paediatric patients.
Provide advice about:
- The legislative framework (For example in relation to GDC Standards) to support on such matters to other members of the dental team.
- Specialist registration and the provision of specialist and specialised care.
Work with:
- Corporate support services within the Trust for example in dealing with complaints and incidents.
Manage:
- External relationships with senior managerial and clinical colleagues, including Operational Managers in the Trust and Commissioning Teams.
Provide support and direct input to:
- Dental Clinical Governance meetings including audit
- Team meetings
- Any other such groups that may be established within the Trust
Professionalism
Provide advice and/or support to colleagues or managers on ethical issues in relation to special care dentistry including interpretation of GDC guidance (Maintaining Standards and CPD requirements.)
Actively participate in and manage others in relation to appraisal, peer review, clinical audit and continuing professional development activities; lead peer review, clinical audit or CPD activities.
Please see attached Full Description and Person Specification.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Working at Band B or C in a clinical role.
- Experience of providing clinical leadership in your area of expertise
- Experience of leading clinical audit
- Experience of Quality Governance
Desirable
- Formal leadership training
- Publication in Peer reviewed journal.
- Research experience.
- Change Management experience.
- Human factors awareness
- Case investigator (managing high professional standards)
Relationships
Essential
- If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.
Right to Work
Essential
- Do you currently have the unrestricted right to work in the UK?
- If appointed, will you require sponsorship under a UK work visa route (now or in the future)?
- Please note that sponsorship is not available for all roles. Sponsorship will only be considered where the post meets the relevant UK immigration requirements and where the organisation determines that sponsorship is appropriate for the role.
Qualifications
Essential
- BDS
Desirable
- Name appears on the specialist list in paediatric dentistry
- Higher degree
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Familiar with all digital tools relevant for dentistry at the Trust
- Able to present relevant information in a concise format
- Able to engage effectively with individuals at all levels
- Effective presentation skills.
- Excellent motivational, negotiating and influencing skills.
- Committed to the vision and values of the Trust.
- Able to inspire and lead by example.
- Commitment to the continuous improvement of safety, quality, and efficiency of processes.
- Personal credibility, with the ability to quickly gain the confidence of others, including clinicians, manager, and other staff.
- Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour.
Desirable
- Able to define and implement a clinical quality indicator relevant to paediatric dentistry
Job Specific Requirements
Essential
- The ability to travel independently across the Trust
- The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs
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This advert is for Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry with Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Warrington, North West, England. It is listed as a Dental role. The advertised salary is £101,434 to £116,573 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Aug 2026.
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