Part-Time Specialist in Orthodontics
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bodmin, PL31 1AH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | P0017-25-0037 |
Summary
Responsible for providing specialist-level orthodontic assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for children and young people referred into the NHS Primary Care (PDS) orthodontic service, ensuring high-quality patient care across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. Key accountabilities: 1. Specialist clinical assessment and treatment planning Triage all incoming orthodontic referrals, assessing eligibility, prioritising appropriately and ensuring patients are directed to the correct care pathway in line with PDS referral criteria and national guidelines. Provide comprehensive specialist orthodontic assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for patients meeting the criteria for Level 3a care within the NHS PDS orthodontic service. Determine suitability for orthodontic treatment in primary care and initiate all case starts, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based clinical decision-making. Produce clear, detailed written treatment plans and clinical records to support continuity of care by colleagues and future appointments. 2. Delivery of specialist orthodontic care Deliver orthodontic treatment for patients referred and deemed appropriate for management within primary care. Ensure treatment is carried out safely, efficiently and in accordance with national guidelines, commissioning requirements and Smile Together clinical standards Refer patients appropriately to secondary care or other orthodontic providers where complex needs exceed the scope of the PDS service. 3. Clinical leadership, support and supervision Provide expert clinical advice, guidance and second opinions to orthodontic colleagues, DWSI clinicians, therapists and general dentists. Support, mentor and supervise the Orthodontic Therapist (once appointed), ensuring effective delegation and adherence to GDC Scope of Practice. Offer developmental support and structured feedback to dentists, therapists and nurses wishing to develop skills in orthodontics. Work collaboratively across multiple sites, contributing to a cohesive, well-governed clinical service. 4. Service improvement, governance and professional standards Support the Clinical Leadership Team with orthodontic expertise, contributing to clinical governance, service improvement initiatives, and pathway development. Participate in clinical audit, peer review, case discussions, planning and development sessions, and other activities that enhance service quality and patient outcomes. Ensure compliance with all clinical governance requirements, including safe working practices, safeguarding, radiation protection, infection prevention and control, and the reporting of accidents, incidents and near misses. Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality clinical documentation in line with GDC, NHS and Smile Together standards. 5. Performance, professional development and CPD Deliver an agreed volume of case starts per year (currently 300), contributing to achievement of contract targets and service efficiency. Maintain and continually develop specialist clinical competence through ongoing CPD, reflective practice and engagement with the Smile Together training portal (Agilio), CPD policy and external educational providers. Develop and maintain a Personal Development Plan (PDP) in accordance with GDC requirements, engaging fully with appraisal and revalidation processes. 6. Communication, team integration and representation Work effectively with clinical and administrative teams across multiple sites, ensuring smooth patient pathways and consistent service delivery. Act as a positive ambassador for Smile Togethers vision, mission and values, modelling professional behaviours at all times. Represent the service professionally in interactions with patients, families, colleagues and external partners. Maintain effective IT and digital record-keeping skills, including proficiency in the Practice Management System and digital orthodontic workflows.