Visa Note
While this position offers a certificate of sponsorship, applicants must verify their eligibility to work in the UK with the employer before applying. Immigration rules and requirements may change, and the final decision on sponsorship rests with George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust.
Job Summary
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry to join our Community Dental Services team. This is a permanent, full-time position working 10 sessions per week across multiple clinical locations in Coventry and Warwickshire. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in developing and providing specialist paediatric dental care to children across our diverse communities.
Company Information
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is an integrated acute, community and primary care service provider comprising George Eliot Hospital in Nuneaton, and Community Dental Services for Coventry and Warwickshire. Our trust is committed to delivering high-quality, safe and responsive services through inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values. We are proud to offer excellent working conditions and career development opportunities for healthcare professionals from around the world.
Location Details
The position is based at George Eliot Hospital, located at College Street, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV10 7DJ. The Community Dental Services operate across 4 hospitals and 6 health centres in the region, with dental services also provided on a domiciliary basis when necessary. This location offers excellent transport links and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Salary and Benefits
This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 per annum, paid according to the Hospital Medical and Dental Staff pay scheme. Benefits include 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, on-site nursery, cycle to work scheme, flexible working arrangements, in-house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job Responsibilities
The Consultant/Specialist will be a highly regarded member of the community dental services senior management team and will be expected to actively participate in the West Midlands Paediatric Managed Clinical Network. Key responsibilities include:
- Development of paediatric specialist clinical capacity and services
- Delivering effective support, guidance, training and workforce development opportunities for clinical teams
- Enabling dental services to develop in line with Commissioning Guidance for Paediatric Dentistry and GIRFT Community Dental Services
- Guiding the dental management of medically compromised children and adolescents in the community
- Delivering and enhancing treatment under conscious sedation, general anaesthesia, and dental trauma management
Person Specification – Qualifications
Essential: Membership in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent possession of a CCST in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent for other European Economic Area (EEA). Possession of the Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent. All nationals must obtain an NHS primary dental care performer number upon taking up the post and be on the Paediatric Dentistry Specialist list with the United Kingdom General Dental Council.
Desirable: Other postgraduate qualification in Paediatric or equivalent specialty or teaching (e.g. MSc, Diploma, Doctorate).
Person Specification – Experience
Essential: Experience in the multidisciplinary management of Paediatric patients. Experience in the day to day clinical management of a Paediatric Dentistry service. Ability to appraise scientific literature critically.
Desirable: Experience in Community Dental Services settings. Research qualification (e.g. MRes, PhD). Participation in clinical research.
Person Specification – Skills and Abilities
Essential: Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions. Capacity to work effectively with others. Ability to effectively supervise junior staff and other staff groups. Capacity to deliver the highest quality evidence based patient care and service development. Capacity to operate under pressure with initiative & resilience accommodating rapidly changing circumstances.
About the Employer
Here at George Eliot, our vision to ‘excel at patient care’ takes centre stage. We are an ever-evolving, clinically-led acute service provider on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff. Our corporate values – Effective Open Communication, excellence and safety in everything we do, Challenge but support, Expect respect and dignity, and Local health that inspires confidence – underpin everything we do and bond us together as a team.
Working Environment
The George Eliot Community Dental Services deliver specialist dental care across a varied geographic and socioeconomic area. The service operates within 4 hospitals and 6 health centres, with collaborative working and shared care arrangements promoted to optimise patient experience and clinical effectiveness across service boundaries. You will work alongside highly committed, enthusiastic and suitably experienced clinicians and nursing teams who offer comprehensive paediatric care.
Career Development
As a Consultant, you will have opportunities for professional development through active involvement with the West Midlands Paediatric Managed Clinical Network. The trust supports continuous learning and offers in-house training and development programs. You will play an integral role in future success and service development within our dental services, with opportunities to shape the future of paediatric dentistry in the region.
Relocation Support for International Applicants
We understand that relocating to a new country comes with challenges. While we cannot provide direct relocation assistance, our HR team can offer guidance on the NHS induction process, local housing options, and the UK healthcare system for you and your family. Many international staff have successfully joined our team and we have processes in place to support your transition to working and living in the UK.
UK Visa Information
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. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants 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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration with the General Dental Council.
How to Apply
Apply Instructions: Apply via NHS Jobs website.
For international applicants, we recommend the following steps:
- Verify your eligibility for UK professional registration with the General Dental Council
- Prepare your CV highlighting your paediatric dentistry experience and qualifications
- Gather documentation of your specialist qualifications and certifications
- Prepare a personal statement explaining your interest in this specific role
- Contact the recruitment team with any questions about the sponsorship process
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact:
Alison Lee (Consultant Clinical Lead)
Email: alison.lee21@nhs.net
Phone: 01926317778
For general inquiries about working in the UK or sponsorship eligibility, you can also contact the NHS Overseas Healthcare Professionals team.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 17 January 2026. Please note that this post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are particularly keen to receive applications from the Armed Forces Community and are happy to provide additional information about the support available to veterans and their families. George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Terms and Conditions
This post is subject to the Terms and Conditions of service governing the appointment of Hospital Medical and Dental Staff in England and Wales, or as subsequently varied by agreement. The post is also subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
About the Region
Coventry and Warwickshire offer an excellent quality of life with a mix of urban and rural living. The region has good transport connections to London (approximately 1 hour by train) and Birmingham, and offers a range of housing options, excellent schools, and numerous recreational facilities. Nuneaton, where the main hospital is located, provides a friendly community atmosphere while being close to larger cities for additional amenities and cultural activities.