Job summary
We are currently seeking experienced Oral & Maxillofacial Consultants to support weekend insourcing lists in Midlands and North surround areas contributing to NHS waiting list recovery initiatives,

Main duties of the job
These sessions offer the opportunity to work within a well-supported, patient-focused environment across a variety of services, including:

• Outpatient clinics
• Minor oral and head & neck surgical procedures
• Extractions

This is an excellent opportunity to supplement your practice with flexible weekday or weekend work while collaborating with experienced multidisciplinary teams.

About us

• Flexible sessions tailored to your availability - (8am-6pm)
• Collaborative working with highly experienced consultants
• Well-organised, clinically supported environment
• Dedicated support from experienced specialty nurses and HCAs
• Efficient, patient-centred service delivery
• Competitive rates reflecting your expertise
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on reducing patient waiting times

Job responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients from NHS waiting lists
• Interpret diagnostic investigations and clinical findings
• Deliver high-quality care within a multidisciplinary team setting
• Provide clinical leadership and, where appropriate, supervision to junior colleagues
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including clear follow-up plans aligned with Trust pathways.
• Conduct specialist outpatient consultations and clinical examinations.
• Develop and discuss appropriate treatment plans with patients.
• Perform oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures appropriate to training and competence.

Qualifications
Essential

• Full GMC registration with Specialist Register accreditation in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Current Licence to Practise
• Demonstrable experience working as an Oral & Maxillofacial Consultant within the NHS
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: 18 Week Support Limited
Address: Midlands and North - Surrounding, 19-21 Great Tower Street, Wolverhampton, EC3R 5AR, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.18weeksupport.com/careers/working-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Aneesa Begum, abegum@18weeksupport.com

Details
Date posted: 30 September 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £1,500 to £1,800 a day, PAYE or LTD company
Contract: Locum
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: E0341-26-0071
Job locations: Midlands and North - Surrounding, 19-21 Great Tower Street, Wolverhampton, EC3R 5AR, United Kingdom

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.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).