About this role
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.
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.
For further information and to apply, please visit - https://vacancies.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/
The post-holder will work alongside an established leadership team consisting of a Clinical Director, Operational/Clinical Manager, and Consultant in Special Care Dentistry.
Main duties of the job For more details please contact Clare Granger (Clinical Director) [email protected] or Debbie Gallon (SBU General Manager) [email protected] Closing date: 04/08/2026 Interview date: 23/09/2026
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
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.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
Please see the link below for information on Eligibility for Sponsorship from Leeds Community Healthcare Trust.
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Job description Job responsibilities
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. 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. For further information and to apply, please visit - https://vacancies.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/
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) [email protected] or Debbie Gallon (SBU General Manager) [email protected]
Closing date: 04/08/2026
Interview date: 23/09/2026
Person Specification
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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.
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Employer details Employer name Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Leeds Community Healthcare Trust
St Georges Centre
Leeds
LS10 4UZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)