Visa Note
Please note that while this employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates, applicants must verify their visa eligibility requirements directly with the employer. The Certificate of Sponsorship is subject to UK immigration regulations, and applicants should confirm that their qualifications and experience meet the specific criteria for the Skilled Worker visa route. This employer welcomes international applications but cannot guarantee visa approval.
Job Details
Company: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Job Title: Specialty Doctor Oral & Maxillofacial
Location: Cumberland Infirmary, Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7HY
Salary: £61,542 to £99,216 a year PA Pro Rata
Working Pattern: Full-time
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference Number: 262-A-25-7552564
Closing Date: 26 November 2025
About the Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Specialty Doctor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (NCIC). This is a full-time, permanent post (10 PAs) based within our Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) department, offering an excellent opportunity to develop your skills across a broad range of elective and routine OMFS work.
The successful candidate will work closely with consultants and registrars, supporting clinical activity in outpatient clinics, minor oral surgery lists, and inpatient care, as well as participating in a 1:5 second on-call rota. The post is ideally suited to a clinician with enthusiasm for team-based care and a commitment to high-quality patient outcomes.
Come and join us in beautiful Cumbria — a region offering an outstanding quality of life, affordable living, and easy access to the Lake District National Park. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures or a relaxed pace of life, Cumbria is a fantastic place to live and work, offering an excellent work-life balance for healthcare professionals.
Main Duties of the Job
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high standard of clinical care to patients under the supervision of the OMFS Consultants. You will undertake elective and routine oral and maxillofacial surgery, including outpatient clinics and minor oral surgery lists.
You will participate in the 1:5 second on-call rota, supporting emergency dental and maxillofacial admissions. This role requires contributing to the assessment and management of patients in inpatient, day case, and outpatient settings, ensuring comprehensive care delivery.
Working collaboratively with Consultants, Specialist Registrars, and Dental Core Trainees is essential, as you will provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to junior staff. Maintaining accurate, contemporaneous clinical documentation and upholding Trust policies on clinical governance and patient safety are fundamental aspects of this position.
The post involves participation in audit, clinical governance, and service improvement activities within the department. You will also take part in teaching and training activities as agreed, with opportunities for involvement in education, service development, and research depending on individual interests and experience.
About the Employer
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of ‘safe, high quality care every time’: being a clinically led organisation, quality and safety at the heart of our Trust, a positive patient experience every time, a great place to work, and managing our money well.
As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030.
All staff are expected to support sustainability initiatives within the Trust. We value our employees and provide a supportive working environment that encourages professional development, work-life balance, and career progression opportunities.
Person Specification
Registration
Essential: Valid registration with the General Dental Council. This is a mandatory requirement for this position, as you will be practicing dentistry within the NHS setting and must be registered with the appropriate regulatory body.
Qualifications and Training
Essential: Evidence of ongoing medical education – FDS / MFDS. You must demonstrate continuous professional development and commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge in your field.
Desirable: Higher degree relevant to oral and maxillofacial surgery. While not essential, having a postgraduate qualification in a relevant specialty would be advantageous for this position.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential: Excellent communication skills with patients, colleagues, managers and other staff. You must be able to communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Essential: Ability to organise workload efficiently. The role requires managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of patient care and documentation.
Essential: Knowledge of Audit process and clinical governance. Understanding of quality improvement initiatives and regulatory requirements is crucial for this position.
Desirable: Proven track record in undertaking research projects. Research experience would be beneficial for those interested in academic or advanced clinical practice.
Desirable: Experience in teaching; ALS, APLS, PALS, ATLS Certification. Teaching experience and advanced life support certifications are advantageous but not mandatory.
Experience
Essential: Minimum of 3 years’ relevant post registration experience at SHO level or above (or equivalent). This ensures that candidates have sufficient experience to work independently within the clinical environment.
Essential: Minimum one year experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (SHO level or equivalent). Direct experience in the specialty is required to provide appropriate clinical care.
Essential: Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The role requires collaboration with various healthcare professionals and support staff.
Essential: Ability to travel to fulfil the requirements of the post. The position may require travel between different sites as part of the service delivery.
Benefits
As one of the largest employers in the UK, NCIC offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable.
We offer a 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years of service, allowing for adequate rest and recreation. Flexible working schemes are available to help staff achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Excellent opportunities for professional development are provided, including access to training programs, conferences, and educational resources to support career progression. We are committed to investing in our staff’s continued professional growth.
A competitive NHS pension scheme is available, providing financial security for retirement. Staff also have access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies, offering savings on various products and services.
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is provided, offering a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems. These benefits are subject to availability and specific terms and conditions.
Disclosure and Barring Service
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.
The cost of the DBS check must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Standard Check costs £21.50 + Administration cost of £5.90 = £27.40, deducted from salary over the following 4 months or as a one off payment.
Enhanced Check costs £49.50 + administration cost of £5.90 = £55.40, also deducted from salary over 4 months or as a one off payment. Please note that DBS check costs have increased from 2nd December 2024.
How to Apply
Apply via NHS Jobs website. To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 262-A-25-7552564. Complete the online application form ensuring that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.
International applicants should verify their eligibility for the Certificate of Sponsorship by contacting the employer directly before submitting their application. Ensure you have all required documentation ready, including proof of qualifications, professional registration, and relevant work experience certificates.
If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, so please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time, which will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
For any questions about the job, please contact Sarah Germain (Clinical Director, Head & Neck) at [email protected] or call 01228814225. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings, please ensure that Junk Mail is checked regularly.
Employer Details
Employer: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Cumberland Infirmary, Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7HY
Website: https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/
Privacy Notice: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust’s privacy notice is available at https://staff.cumbria.nhs.uk/application/files/2416/1614/3335/NCIC_PrivacyNotice_v0.4.pdf
Supporting Documents: A-25-7552564 Specialty Doctor Oral & Maxillofacial.docx (DOCX, 68 KB) is available for download from the NHS Jobs website.
