Senior Dental Officer
If you are already based in the Falkland Islands, you may choose to submit your application in person at Cable Cottage, Stanley, Falkland Islands. FIQQ 1ZZ.
All overseas candidates should complete our online application form, providing as much detail as possible about your relevant employment history, education , skills and experience to allow us to assess your suitability for the role.
https://feeds.jgp.co.uk/public_data/ApplicationForms/0000/0737/FIG-Appl…The FIG Directorate of Health & Social Services are looking for a Senior Dental Practitioner to join our existing team which provides a comprehensive dental and oral health service, including emergency care, based in the King Edward Memorial Hospital in the Islands’ capital, Stanley. The service currently has facilities for three surgeries plus a small technical area. The department also offers a locally commissioned orthodontic service in which local staff offer basic orthodontic treatment plans under the guidance of an overseas orthodontic consultant. The service follows UK practices and standards of care, modified to meet local needs and circumstances.
The Role
The successful applicant will undertake clinical and non-clinical duties, demonstrating the competencies of a skilled and clinically current dentist whilst also being an excellent team leader; this will involve carrying out the full duties of a dental officer, fulfilling the role of clinical lead (dental) and internal advisor on all dental matters within the Department of Health and Social Services, with support from an external Dental Advisor.
You will be expected to lead the implementation of the Oral Health Strategy and respond to the needs of the community (evidence based), along with playing an active role in delivering the orthodontic service. For applications not familiar with delivering basic orthodontic interventions, training will be arranged prior to taking up the post.
Whilst the position is patient focussed, it also involves leading and managing a small team which will require a ‘Serve-to-Lead’ approach to inspire confidence and generate followership from the dental team to ensure an integrated and effective service is provided.
The King Edward VII Memorial Hospital
The King Edward VII Memorial Hospital is the principal healthcare facility in the Falkland Islands, providing primary care and a broad range of elective and emergency secondary care services. The hospital is well equipped with ambitious plans being developed to expand and upgrade facilities.
The hospital environment is one in which clinical staff have the time, resources, and support to provide the highest standards of care and to develop their careers. In addition to being supported to practise with a broad scope, clinical staff are encouraged and assisted to develop particular areas of clinical expertise.
The Person
Holds a (minimum) Bachelor of Dental Surgery with at least of 5 years’ experience as a general dental practitioner, ideally in a senior post in the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) or a primary care community dental practice; or equivalent organisation.
- Registered with the UK General Dental Council or recognised international equivalent which must be maintained for the duration of the appointment
- Knowledge and experience of working within clinical governance systems and championing processes, including undertaking audits
- Able to demonstrate flexible and personable management and communication skills necessary to lead and support the dental team
- Competence in pouring dental models to be transported to the UK
- Experience in delivering basic orthodontic interventions and treatment, or a willingness to undertake training.
- Flexible approach to work as there is a requirement to be on-call on alternate weekends, Bank Holidays and Public Holidays and may be required to work outside of normal working hours as necessary.
- A true understanding of ‘one-team’ ethos
- Be a consummate professional in all environs; including in a clinical setting, through leadership of the team, management of the administrative functions and as an advisor to the Director of Health and Social Services.
- Must uphold the values and standards of the organisation; even when off-duty; noting the additional responsibility such a senior position brings within a small Island community.
- Experience in budget management.
The Package
- Fixed Term Contract, up to 4 years’
- Salary £104,611 per annum
- Eligibility for a 25% Gratuity, paid upon successful completion of the contract
- 30 Days Annual Leave, plus government and public holidays (totalling 41 days leave)
- Relocation Allowance, to help with moving costs
- Flights Package for you and recognised dependents at the beginning and end of contract, and additional annual return flights contingent on the duration of the contract
- Government Housing for rent and a starter pack to help you settle in.
- Favourable income tax rates. Personal Allowance: £16,860 pa (NB: The first £18,000 of chargeable income is taxed at the rate of 21%, with the remainder being taxed at 26%).
- A stimulating and supportive setting to work in and a unique and beautiful setting to live in.
- An opportunity to develop professionally. Particularly through the enablement and implementation of the new Orthodontic Service project.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can download the job description and further information from our online vacancy page.
To apply, please complete our online application form from our vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk, by clicking on 'Apply Now' and completing the form. Alternatively, download an offline form from the same page and email to swilliams@sec.gov.fk before the closing date.
Enquiries from potential applicants are welcomed by name and job title of hiring manager who can be contacted by emailing jwoollacott@kemh.gov.fk or by telephoning (+500) 28013. A copy of the job description can be obtained from our online vacancy page www.jobs.gov.fk Further information regarding healthcare in the Falkland Islands can be obtained by viewing our recruitment video at https://youtube/MBqyXBasSVc
Timetable for Recruitment and Selection Process
Stage:
Date
Closing Date for Applications
19 Sep 2025
Shortlisting commencing
22 Sep 2025
Panel Interviews
29 Sep 2025
Falkland Islands Government (FIG)
The Falkland Islands is a British Overseas Territory, with full internal self-government.
As the largest employer in the Falkland Islands, we offer many unique and fulfilling job opportunities, across the full spectrum of public services. Our responsibilities include those typically managed by central government – taxation, legislation and policy, as well as those usually managed on a local level such as town planning, health and social services, and education. FIG also provides services specific to the needs of the Falkland Islands, such as fisheries research, power generation and the Government Air Service, FIGAS.
For more information about working for Falkland Islands Government, take a look at our recruitment microsite: www.jobs.gov.fk
The Falkland Islands
Set in the South Atlantic Ocean, around 400 miles east of South America and 8000 miles south-west of the UK, the Falkland Islands are a small, thriving community with a British way of life, benefiting from good local services, a varied social calendar and an absence of traffic jams!
The Falkland Islands offers unique lifestyle opportunities including having a good work/life balance. The natural environment includes stunning landscapes, unspoilt beaches, and outstanding wildlife. Stanley is a friendly and busy town with a wide range of amenities and a variety of clubs and associations.
For those with a sense of adventure, it provides opportunities which are hard to match anywhere else in the world.
Salary range
- £104,611 per year