About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant to join the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Department with an interest in Oncology/ Head and Neck Cancer. The unit provides Oral & Maxillofacial service, Oral Surgery, and Restorative dentistry. It also houses a Day Case GA / LA operative theatre. The department has access to a Cone Beam CT scanner. There is scope within the Trust to further develop the services provided. Within the department, new and follow-up clinics as well as minor operations are performed under local and general anaesthesia. Treatment is also provided under general anaesthesia, both as day case and inpatient care.
The department enjoys good working relationships with other surgical services.
The Trust is working in partnership with the local Major Trauma Centre at Cambridge University Hospital (CUH) to deliver an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery out of hours cover at weekends. A centralised oncology service is provided for the region from CUH.
The department places a strong emphasis on the training of DCTs and SAS as well as providing teaching and education to regional DCTs and local General Dental Practitioners.
Responsibilities
- Provide a full range of Maxillofacial Surgery and develop subspecialist interests including TMJ, orbital trauma and surgical dermatology.
- Work as a member of multidisciplinary teams locally and regionally to develop and deliver high quality care and support all levels of trainees in managing outpatients, inpatients and emergencies.
- Participate in an on‑call rota providing cover for emergency work locally and other units in the region.
- May be required to work off site and use a private vehicle or other transport.
- Deliver outpatient clinics, elective inpatient and day case surgery in Peterborough City Hospital.
- Provide urgent and emergency care duties, including out‑of‑hours on‑call work within working time regulations and safe working limits, shared on a 1:10 rota with CUH.
- Contribute to the skin MDT in conjunction with Plastic Surgery, Dermatology and Histopathology.
- Participate in teaching, training and audit, providing education and clinical supervision of core trainees and SAS clinicians.
- Provide advice and support to the clinical team and peers in a range of clinical and/or leadership situations to inspire confidence, motivation and teamwork.
Qualifications
- Completed specialist training and evidence of good outcomes in all aspects of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
- Experience or interest in oncology/head and neck cancer is desirable.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff. Join us and help make a difference in our community.
Employment Details
This post is offered on a full‑time (10 PA) basis; less than full time or job‑share applications will be considered. The post is to replace a departed consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery currently filled by locum clinicians.
Application Deadline
This advert closes on Thursday 25 Jun 2026.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds — especially people from ethnic minority groups, disabled individuals, and those living locally.
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