Locum Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS)

Haringey GP Federation; Ashford; On-site; GBP 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East Kent is seeking a dynamic Locum Consultant in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. The role involves delivering high-quality patient services including elective, emergency, outpatient, day-case, and inpatient management. Candidates must hold GMC and GDC registration, with CCT required within 6 months. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from £109,725 to £145,478 annually, contributing to a transformative healthcare environment in East Kent.

Qualifications

• Full GMC and GDC registration is a requirement.
• CCT or specialist registration required within 6 months.
• Trained in all aspects of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for high quality Maxillo Facial Surgical patient services.
• Manage elective and emergency, outpatient, day-case and inpatient cases.
• Prioritize patient lists for appointments and admissions.

Skills

Trained in all aspects of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Subspecialty interests

Evidence of audit and service improvement

Vigilant about safety

Listen and clearly communicate

Education

Full GMC registration

Full GDC registration

Holds CCT or specialist registration

Job description

Locum Consultant Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS)

The closing date is 11 January 2026

The Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery unit is expanding to meet the needs of the population of East Kent. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Head & Neck Surgeon to join a team of 7 Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. The Trust is going through a period of redevelopment, having attracted national investment to deliver a critical care hub for Kent and Medway. A new 24‑bed Intensive Care Unit has been built at the William Harvey Hospital, to include bespoke training facilities, including dedicated space for in‑situ simulation training. The William Harvey site is also the Trauma centre for East Kent. Robotic Head & Neck surgery is offered through the Kent and Canterbury site which is also the vascular centre for Kent & Medway.

Main duties of the job

The post‑holder will be responsible for the delivery of high quality Maxillo Facial Surgical patient services, including elective and emergency, outpatient, day‑case and inpatient management. The Consultant will be responsible for prioritising patient lists for outpatient appointments and admissions within the nationally defined targets.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with three acute hospitals and community sites serving a local population of around 700,000. We also provide specialist services for Kent and Medway.

We’re on an exciting journey of transformation. With a new Medical School at the centre of our community, a focus on research, clinical leadership and making our trust a rewarding and friendly place to work, there’s never been a better time to join us.

Job responsibilities

Please note that the set Interview Date has been added as guidance and may be subject to change.

Please review the Supporting Documents section to access the full Job Description and Person Specification. If you have further queries please don’t hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details at the top the page.

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Person Specification

Qualifications and training

• Full GMC registration
• Full GDC registration
• Holds CCT or specialist registration or will obtain within 6 months of interview

Skills and experience

• Trained in all aspects of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
• Subspecialty interests

Clinical Governance

• Evidence of audit and service improvement
• Vigilant about safety
• Reassuringly professional
• Listen and clearly communicate
• Consistently safe

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

£109,725 to £145,478 a year Per annum (pro rata where applicable)