Dentist (and Honorary Lecturer - University of Suffolk)

Job summary
We are seeking a qualified dentist to be part of a wider dental team contributing to the delivery of high-quality clinical care within a supportive multi-disciplinary team.

This will include providing a full range of dental care to service users of the dental service from routine examinations to advanced specialist treatments.

The successful candidate will need to work with the University to support high quality placements, support student / trainees and work with university colleagues to ensure seamless support and provision in the CIC environment, as well as provide high quality training provision on associated University of Suffolk courses.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake thorough examination and assessment of adults and children.
• To undertake the diagnosis, selection of appropriate periodontal techniques and delivery of periodontal care in an effective way.
• To participate in training and continuing education.

Please refer to attached job description and person specification for further information on the main duties of the role.

About us
The University of Suffolk Dental Community Interest Company (CIC) is an exciting dental social enterprise, established in partnership with the University of Suffolk and Suffolk and NHS North East Essex Integrated Care Board (now NHS Norfolk and Suffolk ICB).

Based in state-of-the-art facilities on Ipswich Waterfront, we are committed to delivering high-quality NHS dental care with a focus on prevention, access and innovation, while supporting the development of the future dental workforce.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative social enterprise shaping dental care provision in Suffolk
• Work in modern, state-of-the-art facilities
• Play a key leadership role in service development and workforce transformation
• Help deliver accessible, high-quality care to the local community

Person Specification
Experience

• Essential: Post-graduate clinical experience; experience of clinical audit; knowledge of NHS dental services and current dental issues; commitment to continuing education; understanding of health and safety management implications and dental issues in relation to health and safety; sound understanding of basics of clinical governance; sufficient knowledge and experience of the legislative framework governing the delivery of oral health care in England.
• Desirable: Teaching/training experience; experience of working in a community/salaried dental service; experience working in general practice with a leadership role; experience of providing dental care under general anaesthesia and/or inhalation and intravenous sedation.

Skills

• Essential: Ability to work as part of a team; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to plan and organise; intermediate computer skills; take responsibility for making appropriate safeguarding referrals via the Safeguarding Lead and provide guidance for others to do so; understanding and commitment to equal opportunities, equity, and the promotion of cultural competency.
• Desirable: Good knowledge of computer skills, with experience of Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office packages for recording and presenting data, statistics and presentations.

Attitude

• Essential: Maintains a professional attitude and approach at all times; punctual with good time-keeping; ability to work under pressure and remain calm; adaptable to working practices and techniques; flexible; able to work under own initiative but aware of own limitations.

Qualifications

• Essential: Registerable dental qualification e.g. BDS/LDS; full NHS Primary Dental Care Performer Number; GDC Registration; vocational training or equivalent VT in the GDS.
• Desirable: Relevant postgraduate qualification e.g. Diploma in Sedation, Certificate in Special Care Dentistry.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: University of Suffolk Dental CIC
Address: Floor 2, James Hehir Building, University Avenue, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 0FS, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Contact for questions about the job
Senior Administrator: Amanda Hooper, amanda.hooper@dentalcic.co.uk

Closing date: 20 November 2026

Please note: AI tools may be used in applications provided this is outlined in the application. Applications generated by AI may be easily identified.