Job overview

Dental Epidemiology Bank (Dentist)

Flexible Bank Opportunity | £34.71 per hour + mileage

Want to use your skills to improve children's oral health on a population level?

Community Dental Services CIC (CDS-CIC) is looking for enthusiastic GDC-registered Dentists to support the 2026/27 National Dental Epidemiology Programme in the following areas:

Leicestershire

Northamptonshire

Norfolk

Essex

Main duties of the job

Applications are invited from enthusiastic dentists for this post covering epidemiology surveys across various CDS geographies listed above.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a nationally important survey, collecting oral health data that helps local authorities, NHS commissioners and public health teams understand children's dental health needs and plan future services.  The 26/27 survey will be undertaken for children aged 3 years. 

Link to a video that demonstrates what the fieldwork looks like:

https://youtu.be/BzrjK8HRpD8

What you'll need:

•  Current GDC registration

•  Good communication skills

•  Ability to travel within the survey area

No performer number required.

Working for our organisation

What we offer:

•  Flexible work to fit around your commitments

•  Full training and calibration provided

•  £34.71 per hour plus 55p per mile mileage -

•  A chance to make a real difference to children's oral health

Please note: The advertised hourly rate includes a 12.07% statutory uplift in lieu of annual leave, in line with regulations for bank workers.

For further information about the opportunity and for any questions, please contact Kate Peniket Epidemiology Coordinator [email protected] or Glen Taylor Chief Operating Officer Gl[email protected]