Bath and West Scheme Educational Supervisors 2025 - 2026
Carl Fullaway and Sarah Taylor
Bathampton Dental Practice
29 Holcombe Lane
Bathampton, Bath; BA2 6UL
Tel: 01225 485303
PLEASE NOTE THIS PRACTICE IS LINKED TO THE LONGITUDINAL BATH POST, THEREFORE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR GENERAL PREFERENCING FOR PRACTICE ALLOCATIONS.
Educational Supervisors:
Carl Fullaway is an enthusiastic GDP who qualified from Bristol and worked as associate in Blandford Forum until he set up the practice at Bathampton. Carl has been an educational supervisor since 2005 and works one day a week as a clinical supervisor at Bristol Dental Hospital. He is a keen supporter of charity and went to Tanzania in 2013 with Bridge2Aid.
Sarah Taylor qualified from Bristol in 2007 and started as an associate at Bathampton in 2011. She is involved with the local BDA who run an annual conference and other CPD events. Outside of work she has a young family and enjoys cooking and eating good food.
Practice Information:
Bathampton Dental Practice opened in 2003. It is situated within a health centre shared with a medical practice; providing a fully integrated, caring and considerate dental service. We have strong links with the doctors which can be invaluable when seeking advice on patients' medical histories. The practice is fully computerised with three modern surgeries equipped with digital x-rays etc. There is a modern, calming feel to the building with a small garden in the middle. We try to provide a family friendly environment for patients and have a great team of receptionists and qualified dental nurses.
Location and Living:
Bathampton is a lovely village near Bath with a couple of good pubs near the canal (ideal for a walk leading to or from Bath); the village is located off the A36 - Bath to Warminster road. There is unlimited parking around the practice and a regular bus service to and from Bath.
Further Information:
We operate an open-door policy, encouraging our FD to come to us for help and advice. At various points in the year our FDs will spend a bit of time nursing for the trainers, and vice versa; past FDs have found this to be very helpful. We try to ensure that FDs leave with a clear understanding and appreciation of teamwork. We aim to give FDs a gentle start to the year to enable them to get to grips with treatment planning, while getting used to their new surgery and software etc in a supportive low-pressure environment.
We wish to provide ethical, good quality dental care with a considerate approach, encouraging preventative techniques and putting the patient at ease with a laugh or two along the way. We wish for someone with a similar outlook to join us.
We would strongly encourage you to try to arrange a visit to the practice if you are interested in coming here or if this is not possible a virtual meeting with the trainers. Should you have any questions then please email Carl on carl.fullaway@nhs.net or contact us on the above number during working hours.
Sally Masters
Chipping Manor Dental Practice Wotton
10 Long Street
Wotton-Under-Edge
Gloucestershire
GL12 7ER
Tel: 01453 844646
Email: wotton.manager@rodericksdental.co.uk
JDFCT Year 1 Practice
Please note: This position is linked to the SW Bristol 2 year JDFCT post. It is therefore allocated to those Foundation Dentists allocated to that rotation.
Educational Supervisor:
Sally is an enthusiastic and supportive Educational Supervisor who will ensure you have a fantastic year with us by providing excellent clinical opportunities and a high level of support.
Sally has been with the practice since 2017 and brings a wealth of clinical experience to the role, having had a very busy mixed NHS and Private book throughout her time here. Having gone through Dental Foundation Training herself in this practice, she knows the curriculum and requirements well and looks forward to supporting future newly-qualified dentist in the early stages of their career.
Sally has been an active member of the team, working at a COVID hub during the pandemic, providing on-call out-of-hours emergency dental services, and working as a locum in a sister practice when required – her flexible approach means she is welcoming of interactive and dynamic working which makes her a great ES.
Sally is friendly, approachable and always on hand to provide any level of support needed, whilst also encouraging independent practice and decision making.
Practice Information:
Chipping Manor has seven surgeries, staffed by a team of six dentists, a hygiene-therapist, a hygienist and a PLVE dentist. Two of our associates are also Training Programme Directors from other nearby schemes so there is a wealth of knowledge and experience always at hand. The practice is predominately NHS and plays a prominent role in the local community and with the dental charity Bridge2Aid. The FD has dedicated support from a team of committed, enthusiastic nurses who have extensive experience working with newly qualified dentists. The surgery is air conditioned and is fully equipped and computerised with digital intra/extra-oral radiographs. There is also the facility to provide relative analgesia, private orthodontics, and GDPSI endodontics at the practice.
The practice is part of the Rodericks group which provides ongoing support and training days for FDs and the potential for career opportunities at the end of the year.
Location and Living:
Wotton-under-Edge is a picturesque market town situated on the Cotswold Way. While easily commutable from Bristol, Bath, Gloucester and surrounding areas, Wotton is not readily accessible by public transport and so if you are living out of town, it is essential that you have your own means of transport and the practice has a private car park solely for staff use. There are limited rental accommodations in the town.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the practice phone or email the practice manager, Paige Stevens
Educational Supervisor:
Zanyar was graduated as a dentist in 2001 and has been practicing dentistry in the UK from 2008. He has been an ES for 5 years and is a GDP with particular interest in implantology, sedation, prosthodontics, and orthodontics. Outside dentistry, he is interested in travelling, football, and spending time with family and friends.
Practice Information:
The practice opened in 2003 and is a predominantly NHS practice caring for around 20000 patients. The practice is based in a purpose bult building with 11 surgeries and is staffed by a friendly and experienced team supporting 11 dentists (part-time and full-time), 2 dental hygienists (part-time), and 2 dental therapists (part-time). The surgeries are well equipped and are fully computerised with digital radiographs. We also have our prosthodontic lab at the site and may have accommodation available for interested FD’s.
Location and Living:
Swindon is a beautiful town in Wiltshire located near M4, between junctions 15 and 16. Swindon railway station is on the line from London Paddington to Bristol. Swindon is an active town known for its strong transport links to the other local towns and cities, and friendly environment. Previous FDs have chosen to live in Swindon or Bristol.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the practice please email the practice manager Mr Ebrahim Iravani on ebrahim.iravani@nhs.net or call the practice on 01793726288 and talk to the reception manager Mrs Deborah Cook
Vinay Shah & Lucy Parke
Cheddar Dental Practice
Holmleigh
The Barrows
Cheddar
Somerset BS27 3BE
Tel: 01934 742259
Educational Supervisor:
Vinay qualified from Birmingham University in 2003 and was Cheddar’s first Foundation dentist. He continued as an associate and then became the practice owner in 2015. He has been an educational supervisor since 2009. Outside dentistry he enjoys eating out, travelling and spending time with his young family.
Lucy qualified from Bristol in 1998 and joined Cheddar Dental Practice as an Associate in 2002. She has been an educational supervisor since 2016 and is a member of the Somerset LDC. Lucy is a keen runner and cyclist and enjoys an active outdoor life with her young family.
Practice Information:
There are eight surgeries in a large, extended Victorian house. We have over 10,000 appreciative patients and a loyal, enthusiastic and friendly team of staff. We have 7 associates, 4 therapists/hygienists and an excellent team of nurses and receptionists. We offer modern facilities – with air conditioning, digital radiography, rotary endodontics etc - in a bright, spacious, ambidextrous surgery, along with a dedicated decontamination room.
Location and Living:
Cheddar is a pretty, growing village with shops, supermarkets, good schools as well as the popular tourist attractions of the gorge and caves. There are limited bus links to nearby Weston-Super-Mare and Wells. Most of our FDs have been based in Bristol, which is about 35 minutes drive away. We think having your own transport is essential.
Further Information:
You are very welcome to visit the practice – just call reception on 01934 742259 to arrange this for anytime that is convenient for you. More information can be found on our website.
Tel: 0117 9324455
Educational Supervisor:
Katie qualified from Bristol University in 1997. She worked as an associate for 5 years before she set up Oldland Dental Practice in 2003 as the Principal Dentist.
In 2001, Katie gained her Diploma in Postgraduate Dental Studies, and in 2012 gained a Postgraduate Certificate in Dental Education. Katie worked between 2008 - 2022 as a Honorary Clinical Lecturer in Bristol University. Katie was first appointed as an Educational Supervisor in 2006.
Katie has always worked in general practice and enjoys the variation and challenges working in practice brings but particularly enjoys Prosthetics, Oral Surgery, and Children’s Dentistry.
Practice Information:
The practice has been established since 2003 and over the years has gradually expanded to 5 surgeries, having 4 dentists, 1 FD and a hygienist. The practice offers affordable and quality dental care in a friendly, relaxed environment and is proud to be small and independent.
The practice is fully computerised and all surgeries are fully equipped with digital x-rays, and rotary endodontics. The practice is easily accessible to wheelchair users. There are two spacious ground floor surgeries and disabled toilet facilities. There is also a DPT machine, a dedicated decontamination room and on-site parking.
Location and Living:
Oldland Common is a busy village located between Bristol and Bath, which makes it easily accessible from both cities. The practice is located in a beautiful, detached Victorian building in the heart of the village and has good road links with the M4, Keynsham train station and other routes
Sharon Jacob
Smile Dental Care
49 – 51 Regent Street
Swindon
Wilts SN1 1JS
Practice Tel: 01793 530784
Educational Supervisor:
Sharon qualified in South Africa and has lived and worked in the UK for the last 20 years both in salaried services and NHS practices. Sharon has been a PVLE mentor since 2015.
Outside of work Sharon enjoys travel, community work and going on long walks.
Practice Information:
We have recently relocated to a brand newpurpose built 6 surgery dental practice.
Location and Living:
We are located on the high street in Swindon town centre close to the train station and main bus station. Swindon is a rapidly growing town with good transport links to Bristol, Oxford and Bath.
We have some lovely parks and the Designer Outlet Village for shopping
Further Information:
To arrange a visit please call the practice on 01793 530784
Aaron Thomas & Ramanie Chahal
Coly House, 39 Old Church Road
Clevedon
BS21 6NP
Tel 01275 875891
www.colyhousedental.com
Educational Supervisors:
Aaron Thomas graduated from Cardiff Dental School in 2005. He has completed postgraduate courses in medical education and oral surgery. He is Director of Coly House and has been an educational supervisor for thirteen years.
Ramanie Chahal qualified from Bristol Dental Hospital in 2017. She has had a varied career
so far working in hospital as well as general practice with a keen interest in oral surgery. She still supervises at BDH every Friday.
Practice Information:
We are a well-established (35 years+), family owned practice. You will be provided with a modern surgery, experienced, qualified staff and a friendly, supportive working environment. We have SOE, digital intra oral radiography and rotary endodontic systems. We use a variety of dental laboratories. Our team of associates provide implants, sedation
and are very experienced in oral surgery.
Location and Living:
Clevedon is a picturesque, seaside, victorian town,12 miles from Bristol. There are many social and outdoor activities locally. There are plenty of rental properties in Clevedon and the commute is 20 minutes on average from Bristol.
Further Information:
Please email info@colyhousedental.com
Purple Dental Care
104-108 Gatcombe Rd, Hartcliffe
Bristol, BS139RG
0117 964 9895
Educational Supervisor:
Vith has been working in the dental field for over 10+ years. First graduating in New Zealand as a Dental Therapist/Hygienist in 2013 and then pursing his passion in dentistry thereafter. He volunteers at schools to teach children about oral health and has also written books to support autistic children at the dentist. Outside of dentistry he enjoys traveling the world and experiencing different cultures, playing music and keeping fit and healthy.
Practice Information:
The practice is predominantly an NHS practice caring for around 11000 patients. The practice has 5 surgeries and is staffed by an experienced team supporting 5 dentists and a dental hygienist. The surgeries are well equipped and are fully computerised with digital radiographs and rotary endodontics.
Location and Living:
We are located in Hartcliffe, Bristol with easy public transport links to and from the city center. Our FD’s have either lived in the city centre (about a 20 minute drive to the practice) or somewhere close to Hartcliffe. If you would like suggestions on where to live during your FD year, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the practice contact the practice manager Courtney on info@purpledentalcare.co.uk. Please visit our website at www.purpledentalcare.co.uk
Matthew Thomas and Una Miles
Yate Centre Dental Surgery
2A North Walk Yate
Bristol BS37 4AP
Tel: 01454 312600
Educational Supervisors:
Matthew qualified from Bristol Dental School in 1999 and have been an educational supervisor since 2005. Since qualifying I have also gained a Diploma in Postgraduate Dental Studies in 2007 and 30 credits for a Dental Education in Practice Course in 2010.
I find training foundation dentists extremely rewarding and have gained a lot of knowledge and experience during my many years as an educational supervisor. I have lost none of my enthusiasm for the role and thoroughly enjoy the process of helping a new graduate become a confident and capable independent practitioner during their foundation year.
Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my wife and two children, renovating my house and I am a keen gardener.
Úna Miles graduated from Cardiff Dental School in 2001 and have since enjoyed working in a variety of general dental practices.
I particularly enjoy the blend of problem-solving, hands-on work, and the rewarding opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients that general dentistry offers. As an educational supervisor, I look forward to fostering a new dentist's confidence and skills, guiding them through those crucial early weeks and months of their careers. My strengths lie in providing supportive mentorship, clear guidance, and creating a positive learning environment where questions are always welcome. Outside of the surgery, family life keeps me busy and happy. We love getting outdoors for camping, hiking, running, and cycling adventures. When I'm not exploring the countryside, you might find me lifting kettlebells, enjoying a game of table tennis, or indulging my creative side with baking and cake decorating.
Practice Information:
The practice sees a wide range of patients but is primarily a family practice. There are four air-conditioned surgeries. We have a part-time orthodontist and hygienist. The practice is fully computerised and uses Software of Excellence’s Exact system and we also have Vistascan digital radiography. The surgeries are fully equipped with everything you will need including the use of a rotary endodontic system.
The practice is busy and will provide the foundation dentist with a wealth of experience in all the disciplines of general dental practice. Full nursing and reception support will be provided. The practice welcomed its first foundation dentist in 1997and has been a training practice ever since. We have a great team at Yate and they are very knowledgeable in providing the support a new graduate needs in their first year out of university, ensuring you will have happy and successful year with us.
Location and Living:
The practice is situated in the heart of a busy shopping centre in the outskirts of Bristol. Within two minutes walk there is a library, cinema and sports centre, not to mention an abundance of places to eat and shop. Free parking is also provided.
Yate has all the amenities you could possibly want should you choose to live locally. However, a lot of the previous foundation dentists have chosen to live in Bristol and commute to work, this is approximately a 30–35-minute car journey.
Transport links are good, with easy access to both the M4 and M5. There is also a bus and train station within walking distance of the practice.
Further Information:
If you would like any further information or would like to arrange a visit the practice to look around, please contact me on: matt.thomas@yatedental.co.uk