Dentist

Become a Dentist in the RAF

The Royal Air Force spans the world. We support troops on the front line, fly in humanitarian aid for the sick and starving, police the skies and defend the UK airspace.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Applicants must be qualified to practise dentistry and be fully registered with the General Dental Council of the United Kingdom. The RAF Dental Branch only recruits GDC registered and qualified dentists who have already undertaken, or are undertaking, their General Professional Training post-graduation. Foundation Training is not currently offered within the RAF. Additionally, you should also have GCSEs at a minimum of Grade C (Grade 4 to 5 with effect from Aug 17) or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics or Scottish National 5 (Grades A-C) in English Language and Mathematics.

Dental Officers play a vital role in ensuring personnel are fit and ready for action in the UK and on deployed Operations overseas. A rare opportunity has arisen where we are seeking to recruit into this unique role and are looking for suitably qualified, motivated individuals who are looking for new challenges. Your role is pivotal in maintaining the effectiveness of the RAF in delivering Air Power by maximising the fitness of personnel for their tasks.

On top of a competitive salary, consistent support and exceptional training, we offer a structured and progressive career path designed to encourage and reward excellence. The RAF is a strong advocate of continuous professional development; you will be encouraged to study for the Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties (MJDF) qualification. As your career develops you may be selected to work towards further postgraduate qualifications, e.g. master’s degrees, and then be appointed as an enhanced general practitioner in disciplines such as periodontology or advanced conservation. Professional training pathways leading to consultant status are also funded by the Ministry of Defence to meet our clinical and workforce requirements.

STARTING SALARY

From £88,414.

BENEFITS OF AN RAF CAREER

1. Six weeks of paid holiday each year (plus public holidays).

2. Free health and dental care.

3. Free gym membership and access to fitness classes.

4. Lower rental costs than the UK average (available for RAF accommodation on and off-base).

5. Opportunities for Adventurous Training.

6. Non-contributary pension.

7. Fully funded post-graduate training opportunities

RESIDENCY AND NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

You must be a citizen of the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland, holder of dual UK/other nationality, or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth. Whether or not you were born in the United Kingdom, you should have resided there for the 5 years immediately preceding your application, but candidates with a minimum of 3 years will be considered.

A MODERN FORCE

The RAF recognises the value of a person’s ability no matter their ethnicity, social background, religion or belief, gender identity, sexual orientation or marital status/civil partnership.

For more information and to apply:

CRN-RecruitSelect-MDLT-Grp@mod.gov.uk

01400 266811