Trust Grade DCT1 or DCT2 In Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Trust Grade DCT1 or DCT2 In Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

The closing date is 30 September 2026

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Job summary

Applications are invited for Trust Grade DCT (Dental Core Trainees) in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The roles are either DCT1 or DCT2 level if you hold a dental qualification or ST1 or ST2 level if you hold a medical qualification. The roles are aimed at someone who wants to pursue a career in surgery or who wants to improve their knowledge and skills in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery.

We encourage applications from dental graduates, medical graduates and candidates dual qualified in medicine and dentistry. Dental candidates should have experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at DCT level. Medical Candidates should have hospital experience within a surgical speciality at FY2 doctor or CT1/2 doctor level.

These are varied and interesting jobs in which you will be part of a very supportive and approachable team and provided with great educational support and hands-on training. You will get good exposure to a wide range of oral and maxillofacial surgery with opportunities to enhance your skills.

The on-call shifts are on a rotational basis with a 1:5 weekday on-call shifts (24 hour), and 1:6 weekends on-call (48 hour) . The out of hours on call is non-resident but an on call room will be available on site.

We have two roles available, both are fixed term commencing from September 2026 until 31st August 2027. They are covering gaps in our DCT allocations therefore the end date is fixed to 31st August 2027 regardless of your start date.

Main duties of the job

• The workload of the department includes dentoalveolar surgery, oral medicine, maxillofacial trauma, orofacial malignancy, Orthognathic surgery, TMJ surgery and salivary gland surgery. You will have exposure to patients in outpatient clinics, local anaesthetic clinics, inpatient ward, theatres and on-call.
• To assist in the day to day care of ward patients. This will entail clerking, preparation of operating lists and attendance on the daily ward round.
• Be part of a large Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Team delivering the highest standards of care to our patients in Somerset.
• Take part in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery clinics, Minor Oral Surgery under local anaesthetic and Trauma and Emergency clinics, both supervised and solo, as appropriate to experience.
• Be involved with admission and clerking patients for operating lists and emergency cases in theatres
• Attend and assist inpatient and day case general anaesthetic theatre lists with senior staff, where hands on training takes place.
• Carry out On call duties including dealing with inpatient care of Maxillofacial patients and emergency referrals.
• May travel to other sites where the Team treats patients (principally Yeovil District Hospital).

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,355 a year Full time plus on call 1:5 weekdays and 1:6 weekends.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-SURG-5523

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details regarding this job role including an example timetable and the person specification please refer to the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details regarding this job role including an example timetable and the person specification please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GDC/GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) or BMBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) or equivalent.

Desirable

• MFDS, MJDF or equivalent.
• MRCS.

Experience

Essential

• At least 12 months experience in clinical dentistry or Experience in surgical speciality at FY2 or CT doctor level.
• Ability to operate and work independently whilst being aware of own limitations and know when to consult senior colleagues.

Desirable

• Previous experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery at DCT/CT or SHO doctor level

Additional Criteria

Essential

• High commitment to clinical work.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients, carers, GPs, nurses and other colleagues.
• Evidence of maintaining clinical knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• Enthusiasm.
• Approachability.
• Show initiative, take responsibility and make decisions.
• Management and leadership skills.
• Mature approach.
• Knowledge and experience of clinical audit and quality improvement.
• Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
• Punctual, trustworthy and reliable.
• Computer literate in Word, Excel & PowerPoint, AI.
• Willingness to learn Trust computer systems.

Desirable

• Full driving license and ability to travel across sites in Somerset if needed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GDC/GMC registration with a licence to practice.
• BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) or BMBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) or equivalent.

Desirable

• MFDS, MJDF or equivalent.
• MRCS.

Experience

Essential

• At least 12 months experience in clinical dentistry or Experience in surgical speciality at FY2 or CT doctor level.
• Ability to operate and work independently whilst being aware of own limitations and know when to consult senior colleagues.

Desirable

• Previous experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery at DCT/CT or SHO doctor level

Additional Criteria

Essential

• High commitment to clinical work.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients, carers, GPs, nurses and other colleagues.
• Evidence of maintaining clinical knowledge and skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• Enthusiasm.
• Approachability.
• Show initiative, take responsibility and make decisions.
• Management and leadership skills.
• Mature approach.
• Knowledge and experience of clinical audit and quality improvement.
• Is up to date and fit to practise safely.
• Punctual, trustworthy and reliable.
• Computer literate in Word, Excel & PowerPoint, AI.
• Willingness to learn Trust computer systems.

Desirable

• Full driving license and ability to travel across sites in Somerset if needed.

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).

Additional information

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Annabel Allen

[email protected]

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£55,355 a year Full time plus on call 1:5 weekdays and 1:6 weekends.

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-MED-SURG-5523

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

United Kingdom

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