Closing date: 04 August 2026

Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a substantive part-time Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry (8 PAs) to join the forward-thinking and enthusiastic team within our Community Dental Service at Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping paediatric care within our service and make a meaningful impact on the oral health and wellbeing of children and young people across Leeds.

This role will deliver high quality paediatric dentistry, including conscious sedation and general anaesthesia, across a diverse and rewarding clinical environment.

As part of our expanding and ambitious team, you will also contribute to service improvement and the development of comprehensive oral care pathways.

A flexible approach and the ability to travel city-wide to meet service needs are essential.

Main duties of the job
This post is also available for job-sharing or less than the specified PAs. Whether you are just beginning in your consultant career, or an experienced clinician seeking a new challenge, this role offers the chance to thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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The post-holder will work alongside an established leadership team consisting of a Clinical Director, Operational/Clinical Manager, and Consultant in Special Care Dentistry.

For more details please contact Clare Granger (Clinical Director) clare.granger2@nhs.net or Debbie Gallon (SBU General Manager) debbie.gallon1@nhs.net

About us
Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

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.