Special Care Dentist

This role is a limited term appointment for 2 years. About the role Are you a skilled and dedicated dentist looking to make a meaningful difference beyond routine practice? Join our Community Dental Service within the Integrated Primary and Community Care Group and take the next step in a role that combines clinical expertise with real community impact. As a Special Care Dentist, you will deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across community clinics, domiciliary settings, and general anaesthetic lists. You’ll provide routine and urgent treatment under local anaesthetic, conscious sedation, and general anaesthesia, working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team and contributing to service development, improved patient access, and the promotion of oral health. This role focuses on caring for adults and children who are unable to access routine general dental services, including those with complex medical conditions, learning disabilities, physical impairments, or severe dental anxiety. Your skills will directly support patients with additional needs, ensuring they receive safe, effective, and dignified care in the most appropriate setting. If you are looking to apply your expertise within a supportive team and contribute to the ongoing development of a valued community service, we encourage you to submit your application and join us in delivering high-quality care across the Isle of Man. A workplace that invests in you ✔ A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum. ✔ Annual leave starting from 34 days and 10 Bank Holidays. ✔ Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement. ✔ You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers. ✔ Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners. ✔ We recognise the need for all medical staff on the Island to maintain connections with medicine in the United Kingdom and encourage links with other units, as well as providing study leave with pay and expenses to attend approved conferences and workshops. ✔ Free on-site car parking. ✔ Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. ✔ Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development. ✔ Access to the staff canteen at Noble’s Hospital where you can purchase affordable food and drinks in your breaks. ✔ Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and signposting on a wide range of issues. ✔ Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability. Making the Isle of Man your new home A hidden gem in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man boasts an extensive coastline, stunning natural landscapes and unspoilt beaches. There are an abundance of opportunities and lots of places to discover! You can visit our great cafes, bars and restaurants, and become part of the Island’s close-knit community. The island is well connected to the UK with quick, direct flights and ferries to many destinations. Want to find out more about Island life? Visit www.locate.im to find out why you should make your move to the Isle of Man! Working for the Isle of Man Public Service We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees. We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager. The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role. We are committed to net zero by 2050 and as an entire nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, we are transforming public services for a sustainable future and your contributions will directly benefit our community, economy, and environment. Things to note An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, the cost of which will be covered by the Isle of Man Government. Please note a relocation package is not available for this role. Ready to apply? We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at beverley.mcclung@gov.im. To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying. Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact us on 01624 685000 or by email at helpmeapply@gov.im.