Community Dentist - Band A

Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process

Job Overview

Enthusiastic and caring dentists required to work as part of a team in Gwent.

These posts based in the North and South of Gwent, will provide an interesting and challenging role for an established, experienced dental practitioner who will be joining a committed and motivated community dental service. The post holder/s will carry out oral healthcare to vulnerable children and adults requiring special care dentistry. Supervision of undergraduate dental students is also required.

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) Community Dental Service (CDS) offers support for professional and personal development and training opportunities to succeed in the above roles. The service is able to provide accredited in house sedation training as well as in more specialist areas such as Special Care and Paediatric Dentistry. We would welcome applications from enthusiastic and self-motivated team players with the presence and credibility to generate commitment and support from other members of the team, and who are able to demonstrate good clinical and communication skills.

There is Dental Therapist support available.

Main duties of the job

To undertake the full range of preventative and clinical oral care expected of a Community Dentist treating children and vulnerable adults in fixed and mobile dental units, care homes and hospital care across (ABUHB) area. Duties also include supervision of undergraduate dental students.

To provide dental care in sites where appropriate for children and vulnerable adults including domiciliary care, alongside other clinical staff as required.

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 15,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Full GDC Registration
• BDS
• Foundation 1 (DF1) or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• Further postgraduate qualifications i.e. MJDF
• Dental core training

Experience

Essential criteria

• Broad based experience in NHS primary and community dental care
• Participation in CPD and Personal Development Planning as per GDC standards

Desirable criteria

• Experience of NHS Conscious Sedation

Research

Essential criteria

• Experience and knowledge of critical appraisal of evidence

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of inclusion with research projects with publication

Quality and patient safety

Essential criteria

• Evidence of participation in Quality and Patient Safety activities, that includes audit, Peer Review, Reflective Learning etc.

Desirable criteria

• Initiation of quality improvement projects and measured outcomes