Associate Dentist - Fixed-Term

Bupa UK; Bolton; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 122,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house CPD events

Professional development opportunities

Large clinical support network

Dedicated marketing support

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care Bolton is seeking a Fixed-Term Associate Dentist to work on a self-employed basis at our Bolton practice. The role covers 2 days per week (Thursday and Friday) with an annual target of 2500 UDAs in a well-equipped clinic supported by a full team.

Located in Bolton, the practice offers modern facilities, access to Hygienist and Therapist, digital x-rays, and a strong referral network. The fixed-term contract runs from 3 August 2026 to 2 July 2027, with additional professional

Job description

Associate Dentist

We’re looking for a Fixed-Term Associate Dentist to partner with us on a self-employed basis at our established Bupa Dental Care practice in Bolton, Greater Manchester.

Fixed-Term Associate Dentist opportunity details

• 2 days per week required - Thursday and Friday
• Covering an annual target of 2500 UDAs
• Established patient list
• Contract duration 3rd August 26 to 2nd July 27
• Industry-leading offers and resources for professional growth and business support – find out more below

About Bupa Dental Care Bolton, Ladybridge

Established with 7 modern surgeries, this well-equipped practice offers an excellent working environment with Dentally software and digital x-rays. Associates are supported by an experience team of qualified, fully trained professional support staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality dental care.

• Access to a Hygienist and Therapist
• iTero Scanner
• Rotary Endodontics
• CEREC machine
• Located on Wigan Road, Bolton
• Free on-site parking at the front of the building plus on-street parking available
• Dedicated marketing team including Treatment Co-ordinator to help you grow and market your private service

Our practice offers Bupa Smile Plan - a payment plan that allows patients to spread the cost of their routine preventive dentistry throughout the year. This enables our patients to budget for their dental care and encourages regular attendance helping to maintain their oral health. For you it means a more stable revenue stream from a loyal patient base with absolutely no fees or admin costs - you get paid for the services you offer in line with private pricing.

Partnering with Bupa also means the unique opportunity to provide dental treatment to our insurance customers, improving your revenue streams and growing any private work you wish to undertake.

Work with Bupa, Thrive at Bupa

• In-house CPD events
• Professional development opportunities
• Large clinical support network
• Referral Portal
• 5% rebate on spend with Bupa Labs

Access to Bupa Healthcare

• Discounted health insurance with medical history disregarded
• Preferential rates to Bupa Menopause plan
• Suite of wellbeing resources available

Additional Benefits

• An Invisalign discount course and savings on labs bills (20 % iGO and 46% on comprehensive treatment)
• Implant discount- Straumann, Astra, Nobel Biocare and Zimmer Biomet
• Receive up to £3,000 referral fee for referring Clinicians & Support Staff (Ts & Cs apply)
• Highest standards of clinical governance and expert practice support - giving you the time to concentrate on delivering excellent patient care
• Access to an in-house complaint team
• Practice level marketing support to help you grow your business
• Network of 380+ practices making it easier to relocate

Why we’re different: As the only corporate dental provider in the UK not backed by private equity, we’re in a unique position. We’re committed to the UK dental industry for the long-term – both private and NHS – and are ready to treat not just today’s patients, but generations to come.

Furthermore, as a limited liability company Bupa has no shareholders, so we’re able to focus 100% on delivering a great service for our customers. We are run commercially to ensure we remain competitive, but Bupa reinvests 100% of its profits to help provide better care for patients across the world.

To discuss the opportunity and your options available for this position, contact our Clinical Resourcing Business Partner:

Tina Louise Thomas

[e-mail]

07935 600595

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.