Lead Dental Officer – Remote/Rural Public Service

Job Description

Senior Dental Officer (Ref: 248669)

Substantive

Full-time 37.5 hours per week

Salary £84,180 – £98,460 per annum plus allowances (details below)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified dentist to join our busy Public Dental Service, working in a salaried dental practice setting within modern and well-equipped surgeries. This is an excellent opportunity to join an evolving remote and rural dental team, with a strong focus on patient centred care and continuous improvement.

As part of our salaried dental service you will enjoy working with a full range of dental treatments for patients of all ages with a variety of dental needs across island, rural or town locations. With support from the Director of Dentistry, you will participate in a programme of supported CPD, with opportunities to develop expertise in specific areas, enjoying a close relationship with secondary care. You will also have the opportunity to develop management and leadership experience being the lead clinician for the clinical team.

Allowances payable

• Distant Islands Allowance of £2,578 per annum
• Remote Areas Allowance of £4,500 per annum
• Recruitment and Retention Allowance of £25,000 paid over 2 years (subject to eligibility as set out in PCA (D) (2022)2).
• Out of Hours Allowance & on call payment (if undertaking on call duties).
• Up to 33 days annual leave per annum plus 8 public holidays (depending on NHS service).

For an informal discussion, please contact Antony Visocchi, Dental Director, NHS Shetland on ext 3043 or e-mail

Closing date: 12 July 2026

Interview date: Interviews w/c 20 July 2026

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.