Public Dental Officer - Uist

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

PDS £54,117 - £81,174 per annum

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,406 per annum

37.5 hours per week with Variable Hours Available by Agreement

2 Permanent posts

A generous relocation package is available of up to £8,000

Join the Public Dental Service team available at Uist & Barra Hospital. The successful candidate will provide dental care for priority group patients, particularly children and adults, including services in static clinical environments, care homes, and domiciliary settings. The role requires clinical skills and competency necessary to deliver a range of treatments to patients with additional and complex needs.

Working within well equipped surgeries in the newly opened Uist and Barra Hospital Dental Hub, you will have access to professional support and opportunities for professional development, including peer review and training support.

Allowances Payable

• Distant Islands Allowance of £1,406 per annum
• Remote Areas Allowance: £4,500 per annum for years 1 3; £9,000 per annum for years 3+ pro rata
• Recruitment and Retention Allowance of £25,000 paid over 2 years (subject to eligibility as set out in PCA (D) (2022)2)
• Out of Hours Allowance and on call payment for undertaking on call duties
• Up to 33 days annual leave per annum plus 8 public holidays (dependent on NHS service)

For further information regarding this post, please contact Joanne Bark at .

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme).

CLOSING DATE: 21/04/2026

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