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Job summaryConsultant in OrthodonticsYork and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAre you looking to be part of an experienced and supportive MDT?Are you passionate in providing high quality orthodontic patient care?Do you want a working environment that supports your clinical and academic development?We are looking to welcome an enthusiastic colleague who will continue to provide excellent care in the enjoyable and friendly atmosphere of our orthodontic department at York and Scarborough Hospitals.This Consultant post is a full-time post (10 PAs) based at York Hospital, but with a clinical commitment at Scarborough Hospital.We are open to discussion regarding flexible/less-than-full-time working. The successful candidate would participate in the Orthognathic and Orthodontic/Restorative MDTs and would carry out the full range of orthodontic consultations and treatments appropriate for secondary care apart from the treatment of cleft patients. We are happy to accept applications from candidates planning on sitting the ISFE in the next 6 months.Main duties of the jobThe department is part of the Head and Neck Directorate which sits in the Surgery Care Group and is based in the Head and Neck outpatient department with Audiology, ENT, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Restorative Dentistry. There is an on-site laboratory, and the department is 3D-enabled with intra-oral scanners, 3-Shape design software and 3D printers.You will be working alongside two Orthodontic Consultant colleagues, one of whom also has clinical commitments at Scarborough Hospital and one who has clinical commitments at Harrogate District Hospital. There is also an orthodontic specialty dentist, clinic assistant and therapist in York and therapists in Scarborough and Harrogate. The dental nursing team is excellent and extremely helpful, as are our secretary and reception team. You will also be working with two Restorative Dentistry consultants and several Maxillofacial surgeons, two of whom undertake orthognathic surgery which is 3D planned. Joint orthodontic/restorative patients have access to a full catalogue of treatment options including dental implants and associated hard and soft tissue augmentation.There are excellent teaching and research opportunities with orthodontic trainees shared with Leeds Dental Institute and funded by HEE Yorkshire and Humber. The Trust is actively raising its research profile.About usYork & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital, community and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale - an area covering 3,400 square miles, and which includes Scarborough and Bridlington. We are the largest provider of healthcare in the region and we are incredibly proud of our 8,500 staff, working across 9 hospital sitesOur mission is to be a valued and trusted partner within our care system, delivering safe effective care to the population we serve.We're situated in a fantastic part of the country: home to two national parks, a beautiful coastline, and the city of York, which is consistently voted one of the best to live in the UK.In joining the Trust, you will have access to a wide range of staff benefits including health and wellbeing support, finance schemes and discounts. There is also a competitive relocation package of up to 18,000. To support your learning and development you will be entitled to a study leave budget of 3,000 across three years, along with support from our learning and development team. The Trust also offers an extra 2 days annual leave for consultants on top of the existing allowance as detailed in the 2008 - Consultant Terms and Conditions. More info on the Trust's website in the 'Working for Us' .We are open to discuss any specific or specialised job plans that candidates may desire.Details Date posted13 June 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary105,504 to 139,882 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number419-726-1296-C-SAJob locationsYork Hospital and Scarborough Teaching HospitalsWigginton RoadYorkYO31 8HESkills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.Job description Job responsibilitiesWe would love to discuss the opportunities available to you further. To arrange an informal visit, or to ask any questions, please contact:David SeymourLead Clinician for Orthodontics and Restorative DentistryE-mail: david.seymour3@nhs.netJob description Job responsibilitiesWe would love to discuss the opportunities available to you further. To arrange an informal visit, or to ask any questions, please contact:David SeymourLead Clinician for Orthodontics and Restorative DentistryE-mail: david.seymour3@nhs.netPerson Specification Qualifications EssentialHold a licence to practise with the GDCDesirableSubstantive NHS experienceQualifications EssentialHas passed the ISFE in Orthodontics or will have successfully sat the ISFE within 6 months of the interview dateClinical Practice EssentialExperience of working in a range of MDTs including Orthognathic and RestorativeMentoring and Teaching EssentialExperience of undertaking audits and presenting their findingsDesirableExperience of supervising SpRs/specialist traineesPatient experience EssentialInvolves patients in decisions about their carePerson Specification Qualifications EssentialHold a licence to practise with the GDCDesirableSubstantive NHS experienceQualifications EssentialHas passed the ISFE in Orthodontics or will have successfully sat the ISFE within 6 months of the interview dateClinical Practice EssentialExperience of working in a range of MDTs including Orthognathic and RestorativeMentoring and Teaching EssentialExperience of undertaking audits and presenting their findingsDesirableExperience of supervising SpRs/specialist traineesPatient experience EssentialInvolves patients in decisions about their careDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer details Employer nameYork and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressYork Hospital and Scarborough Teaching HospitalsWigginton RoadYorkYO31 8HEEmployer's websitehttps://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)Employer details Employer nameYork and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustAddressYork Hospital and Scarborough Teaching HospitalsWigginton RoadYorkYO31 8HEEmployer's websitehttps://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)#J-18808-Ljbffr