About this role
Job summary We are seeking a committedCommunity Dental Therapistto join our Community Dental Service inCarmarthenshire. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to deliver high-quality, preventative-focused dental care tochildren, young people, and vulnerable members of the community. The post will beprimarily based at Elizabeth Williams Clinic, Llanelli, providing a stable clinical base. However, there may be an expectation tooccasionally deliver care in community settingsacross the locality, supporting outreach services and improving access for those most in need. You will play a key role in improving oral health outcomes through patient-centred care, early intervention, and education, while working closely with dentists and dental nurses as part of a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will be motivated by reducing oral health inequalities, confident in independent clinical practice, and committed to delivering compassionate, professional care across diverse settings.
Main duties of the job The successful applicant will:
Apply knowledge ofcommunity dental patient pathwaysto deliver safe, effective, and best-practice care within the Community Dental Service. Work underDirect Access arrangementsand in accordance with Health BoardPatient Group Directives (PGDs). Adhere to theGDC Code of Conduct, professional standards, ethics of the dental team, and meet allcore CPD requirements. Develop, maintain, and reviewaccurate and comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring care remains within the GDC scope of practice and tailored to individual patient needs. Undertake ongoing patient assessment, including consent, medical and social history, and update clinical systems as required. Use professional judgement to adapt treatment plans where necessary, including delivering additional treatment within the permitted scope of practice to achieve optimal clinical outcomes. Provide clear and effectivepreventative advice, including oral hygiene instruction and dietary counselling. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient records in line withHywel Dda University Health Board policiesand GDC requirements. Contribute positively to a team-based approach to care, supporting improved access to dental services and the promotion oforal health equity across the community.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 27/05/2026
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge Essential
Degree/Diploma in Dental Therapy & Hygiene Post Graduate certificate in at least one extended duty in dental therapy (e.g. Health promotion, special needs, radiography, sedation) GDC Registration Knowledge of specialist dental equipment and the associated legal responsibilities Knowledge of Clinical Governance and participation in Audit Conversant with basic life support, resuscitation techniques and management of medical emergencies. Understanding of national trends relevant to assessment and intervention within the clinical and oral health improvement.
Desirable
Awareness of the CDS client criteria and its role. Knowledge of GDP and Hospital Services. Competency to operate under Direct Access Knowledge of the oral health initiative programmes Able to complete post graduate training in inhalation sedation to enable the provision of dental care with sedation.
Experience Essential
Clinical experience in domiciliary, mobile dental unit or school setting environments Managing complex patient groups Experience in prioritising clinical needs Evidence of working within a multi-agency team. Risk assessment in relation to patient management
Desirable
Experience of working within remit of Direct Access Experience in hospital dental service, Community Dental Service or General Dental Practice.
Other Essential
Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Desirable
Professional Indemnity Insurance Ability to carry equipment for domiciliary visits such as dental chair, portable light, medical emergency equipment, defibrillator, oxygen cylinder and portable suction unit. Ability to assist in manoeuvring patients in accordance with manual handling policies. Welsh Speaker (Level 1)
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address Elizabeth Williams Clinic
Mill Lane
Llanelli
SA15 3SE
Employer's website https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)