Orthodontic Therapist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Posted
- 14/08/2026
- Closes
- 30/08/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This role involves providing orthodontic treatment to patients in an outpatient setting, working as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will deliver care under the direction of an Orthodontic Consultant or Specialist, contributing to the clinical management of complex cases. Responsibilities include working within GDC scope of practice and participating in audit and quality assurance to promote evidence-based practice.
Essential criteria
- Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy.
- Current GDC registration as an Orthodontic Therapist.
Desirable criteria
- NEBDN certificate in Oral Health.
- NEBDN certificate in Orthodontic Nursing.
- NEBDN certificate in Dental Radiography.
- Other relevant post - registration qualification.
- Knowledge and Experience
- Specialist Knowledge of Orthodontics acquired through qualifications supplemented by post graduate experience and training or short courses.
- Up to date with GDC CPD requirements for an Orthodontic Therapist.
- Experience of working in different clinical environments.
- Experience of working under pressure.
- Participation in Audit.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Skills and Aptitudes
- Demonstrates Trust Values, positive attitude, self motivated, caring approach to patients, attention to detail and understanding of confidentiality.
- High degree of integrity in all professional areas, takes responsibility for own actions, able to present and receive highly sensitive information within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Calm under pressure and able to cope with stressful situations, makes appropriate decisions relating to patients and works within GDC scope of practice and aware of own limitations and when to ask for assistance.
- Effective communication skills
- Innovative and dynamic
- Confident, reliable, loyal, assertive and trustworthy
- Decisive
- Able to present and receive highly sensitive information within a multidisciplinary team
- Works within GDC scope of practice and aware of own limitations and when to ask for assistance
- Analytical approach to solving problems.
- Open minded and able to manage change.
- Presentation skills.
- Flexibility and ability to travel independently across Cumbria.
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements.
- Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy.
- Current GDC registration as an Orthodontic Therapist.
- NEBDN certificate in Oral Health.
- NEBDN certificate in Orthodontic Nursing.
- NEBDN certificate in Dental Radiography.
- Other relevant post - registration qualification.
- Knowledge and Experience
- Specialist Knowledge of Orthodontics acquired through qualifications supplemented by post graduate experience and training or short courses.
- Up to date with GDC CPD requirements for an Orthodontic Therapist.
- Experience of working in different clinical environments.
- Experience of working under pressure.
- Participation in Audit.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary setting.
- Skills and Aptitudes
- Demonstrates Trust Values, positive attitude, self motivated, caring approach to patients, attention to detail and understanding of confidentiality.
- High degree of integrity in all professional areas, takes responsibility for own actions, able to present and receive highly sensitive information within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Calm under pressure and able to cope with stressful situations, makes appropriate decisions relating to patients and works within GDC scope of practice and aware of own limitations and when to ask for assistance.
- Effective communication skills
- Innovative and dynamic
- Confident, reliable, loyal, assertive and trustworthy
- Decisive
- Able to present and receive highly sensitive information within a multidisciplinary team
- Works within GDC scope of practice and aware of own limitations and when to ask for assistance
- Analytical approach to solving problems.
- Open minded and able to manage change.
- Presentation skills.
- Flexibility and ability to travel independently across Cumbria.
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
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North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Orthodontic Therapist
The closing date is 30 August 2026
Job summary
This post is an integral part of our multi disciplinary team working to deliver a range of orthodontic therapy services for orthodontic patients in an outpatient setting cross site within the Trust.
The post holder will provide orthodontic treatment under the direction / prescription of an Orthodontic Consultant / Specialist and contribute to the clinical management of patients requiring complex or multidisciplinary orthodontic treatment, working in collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals in order to improve patient care. They will also be expected to facilitate and participate in audit and quality assurance procedures and promote evidence based practice
Main duties of the job
- Work under direct/ indirect supervision of a Consultant Orthodontist or by written prescription left by them to deliver patient care
- Work within the scope of practice of an Orthodontic Therapist as set out by the General Dental Council including repair of broken appliances without direct supervision.
- Refer to the appropriate health professional when required.
- Work within Trust and departmental policy and guidelines
- Complete performance review and appraisal with the Lead Dental Nurse including clinical review with a Consultant Orthodontist.
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