Foundation Dental Therapist - Applications Open 02 January 2026

Employer:  

NHS Dental Training Practice with Yorkshire & the Humber region. 

Scheme managed by NHS England – Workforce, Training & Education (North East & Yorkshire) 

Salary: 

£38,682 per annum (Pro Rata for 0.6 FTE) 

Aligned with NHS Agenda for Change Band 6 (Pay step Point 1) 

Contract: 

Fixed term, 12 months 
Start: 01 September 2026 
End: 31 August 2027 

Working Pattern & Hours: 

Part-time (3 days per week, 0.6 FTE) 
Specific days agreed with your allocated training practice, but Thursdays are likely included as most study days are scheduled then. 

Closing Date: Monday 2 February 2026 

Interview Date: Friday 27 March 2026 (online via Microsoft Teams) 

Training Programme Summary 

Why Join DTFT? 

Joining DTFT provides structured mentorship, confidence building, and career progression opportunities. You will gain enhanced clinical experience, develop professional skills, and receive support from experienced practitioners throughout the year.  

The programme runs for 12 months from September, combining hands-on clinical practice with dedicated study days. It emphasises critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and team working in a general dental practice environment. 

Main Duties of the Role: 

• Attend 10–15 educational study days 

• Work 3 days per week in a supportive primary care dental practice 

• Participate in protected learning time each month 

• Undertake work-based assessments for structured formative training 

• Maintain a portfolio of evidence and achieve a certificate of completion 

Location: 

• Placement locations: Practices within Yorkshire and Humber (allocated after interview and practice visits). Candidates may express location preferences, which will be considered where possible. 

• Study days: Delivered virtually or face-to-face in Leeds/Sheffield 

Equality & Diversity: 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equality and diversity. We also provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities to ensure a fair recruitment process. 

How to Apply: 

Submit your application via Microsoft Forms by the closing date.