Looking for your next big adventure? This is a rare opportunity for a talented Senior Dental Practitioner to take on a clinical lead role in the beautiful Falkland Islands, combining professional growth with a unique lifestyle.

Senior Dental Practitioner
Stanley, Falkland Islands

Full-time position
Fixed-term contract (up to 4 years)
£104,611 per annum + benefits

The Falkland Islands Government (FIG) Directorate of Health & Social Services delivers a comprehensive range of health services, following UK standards tailored to local needs. The main base is King Edward VII Memorial Hospital in Stanley, a well-equipped facility with three dental surgeries, a technical area, and a commissioned orthodontic service. Working here means being part of a close-knit community with the time and resources to provide the highest standards of care, while enjoying the unique lifestyle that the Islands offer.

The Role

As a Senior Dental Practitioner, you’ll play a dual role: delivering high-quality dental care and leading the local dental team. You’ll act as the clinical lead and internal advisor on dental matters, oversee the Oral Health Strategy, and contribute to the delivery of orthodontic services.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide full dental officer duties, including emergency, routine, and preventative care
Lead and inspire a small dental team with a “serve-to-lead” approach
Act as clinical lead and advisor on dental matters within the department
Support and deliver orthodontic services, with training provided if required
Implement and champion the Oral Health Strategy
Manage budgets and administrative functions effectively
Participate in the on-call rota, including alternate weekends and public holidays

Benefits

Working in the Falkland Islands offers more than just a job – it’s a lifestyle. Alongside a generous salary, you’ll receive:

25% gratuity paid on successful completion of the contract
30 days annual leave + public holidays (41 days total)
Relocation allowance and government housing
Annual flight package for you and your dependents
Favourable tax rates with personal allowance
Excellent professional development opportunities
A safe, friendly community with stunning wildlife and landscapes

The Ideal Candidate

You’ll be an experienced and clinically current dentist with strong leadership and communication skills to inspire confidence within your team and community.

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (minimum) with 5+ years’ experience
Ideally, experience in NHS or community dental practice
Registered with the UK General Dental Council (or equivalent)
Skilled in clinical governance and audits
Experience in orthodontic treatments (or willingness to train)
Flexible, approachable, and able to work on-call
Proven ability to manage budgets and resources
A true team player with a professional and ethical approach

This role offers a truly unique chance to grow your career while enjoying an adventurous lifestyle in one of the world’s most remarkable settings

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.

No agencies please.

Other suitable skills and experience include Dentist, Associate Dentist, Lead Dentist, Clinical Dental Officer, NHS Dentist, Orthodontic Dentist, Community Dentist, General Dental Practitioner, Senior Dental Officer, Principal Dentist