Visa Note
While this position offers a certificate of sponsorship, applicants must verify their eligibility to work in the UK directly with the employer. The certificate of sponsorship is subject to UK Visas and Immigration requirements. International candidates should thoroughly understand the skilled worker visa process before applying.
Job Details
Company: Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Swindon Health Centre, Islington Street, Swindon, SN1 2DQ
Salary: £52,532 to £78,798 per year (pro rata)
Employment Type: Fixed term (12 months)
Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time
Language: English
Application Deadline: 30 January 2026
Reference Number: 249-7686340
About the Role
We are seeking a Band A Special Care Dental Officer to join our Community Dental Service at Swindon Health Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for dental professionals to provide specialised care to vulnerable populations who are unable to access treatment in general dental practice. The role involves providing Special Care Dentistry, Paediatric Dentistry, and Urgent Care Dentistry to the population of Wiltshire and Swindon.
Main Duties
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing assessment, comprehensive treatment planning, and treatment for people with special needs who are unable to obtain care from other providers. This includes clients with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, those who are medically compromised or have behavioural problems, as well as children with additional needs and children under 5 with high caries rates.
You will provide dental treatment as required and undertake urgent, routine, and complex treatment in line with Trust protocol and current best practice. The role includes assessment, treatment planning, and treatment of patients in domiciliary settings, and promoting and maintaining patients’ oral health within NHS regulations.
You will work with the wider clinical team to provide high-quality dental care for patients, achieve personal performance targets, and maintain awareness of the UDA system. The position requires meeting Band A Dental Officer Competencies as set out within the terms and conditions of the Salaried Dental Service Contract.
Additionally, you will participate in Clinical Governance Programmes as required by the service, including audit, peer review, and annual performance appraisal. You must ensure that standards for Dental Professionals are met as required by the General Dental Council, including demonstration of required CPD.
Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)
BDS or equivalent qualification
Full registration with the General Dental Council (GDC)
VT Number or equivalent
Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
On an NHS Dental Performers List
Qualifications (Desirable)
Familiarity with Dental IT systems
Commitment to learn NHS rules and regulations
Experience (Essential)
Significant experience of providing routine dental care
Experience (Desirable)
Experience working in a Community Dental Service
Experience of more complex dental care
Appropriate postgraduate qualification
Previous use of SOEL Health practice management software
Benefits
We offer an excellent range of benefits to our dental professionals:
Well-equipped surgeries with modern facilities
Full computerisation using Software of Excellence
Varied and challenging caseload
Generous paid annual leave
Comprehensive NHS benefits including pension scheme
Commitment to training and verifiable CPD opportunities
Clear job planning structure
Diverse work experience including Special Care, Paediatrics, Urgent Care, and Domiciliary Care
Consistent and highly skilled dental nurse support
Generous study leave allocation with support for professional development
Opportunity to join the Out of Hours Service for additional experience
Working Pattern
The post holder will be required to work 8:30-17:00, with one hour for lunch, 5 days per week. The job plan is likely to include one day of Urgent Care Dentistry and four days of Special Care and Paediatric Dentistry. Our Community Dental Service has four dental clinics within Wiltshire and Swindon, and the successful candidate may be required to deliver services from any of these sites and in domiciliary settings.
Location
The role is based at Swindon Health Centre, Islington Street, Swindon, SN1 2DQ. The service covers the whole of Wiltshire, and the post holder may be required to travel to different sites. Due to the nature of the work including domiciliary visits and hospital-based services, use of a motor vehicle is essential for this position.
About the Employer
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering high-quality care to our local communities. We are proud to offer supportive working environments with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Our STAR Values
Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do:
Service – We will put our patients first
Teamwork – We will work together
Ambition – We will aspire to provide the best service
Respect – We will act with integrity
How to Apply
Applications for this Band A Special Care Dental Officer position must be submitted via the NHS Jobs website. Please ensure you follow the application process carefully and provide all required documentation.
Application Process
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 249-7686340. Complete the online application form, ensuring you provide comprehensive information about your qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role.
International Applicants
If you are an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK, please ensure you clearly indicate this in your application. The employer offers a certificate of sponsorship, but you must verify your eligibility with UK Visas and Immigration requirements before applying.
Certificate of Sponsorship
This position offers a certificate of sponsorship for eligible candidates who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK. However, this is subject to the employer meeting sponsorship requirements and the candidate meeting UK visa criteria.
Required Documents
When applying, you will need to provide:
Proof of your dental qualifications
GDC registration certificate
Proof of right to work in the UK or evidence of visa eligibility
Professional references
Evidence of CPD activities
Criminal record certificates from any countries you have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years (if applicable)
Contact Information
For questions about this job, please contact:
Lucy McArthur (Clinical Director)
Email: lucy.mcarthur@nhs.net
Employer Website: https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/
Additional Information
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present criminal record certificates from each country they have resided in 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. For further information, please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals.
Privacy Notice
Your personal data will be processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018. For detailed information on how Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust processes your data, please visit their privacy notice at https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/general/privacy-statement/.