Associate Dentist

Bupa Dental Care; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care Carlisle is seeking a Locum Dentist to cover a fixed-term period in our busy practice in Carlisle, Cumbria. You're joining a well-established team with an established patient base, offering NHS and private care and a supportive, high-quality environment.

The role provides flexible options with Monday to Friday slots and a workload that includes general dentistry with access to the latest equipment and professional governance.

Qualifications

• Qualified dentist with appropriate registration.
• Locum/agency experience preferred.
• Ability to work across NHS and private patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental care for NHS and private patients.
• Maintain high standards of clinical governance.
• Collaborate with the practice team for patient care.

Job description

Locum Dentist - Carlisle, Cumbria

We’re looking for a Locum Dentist to join our busy, well-established practice on a fixed-term basis, providing cover from 14 December 2027 until 28 January 2028.

With an established patient base ready for you to step into, this is a great opportunity for a clinician looking for a short-term locum position with flexibility around their working week!

• Monday to Friday available (flexible working options)
• From 14th December 2026 until 28th January 2028 available
• Paid per UDA
• Busy, well-established patient base

You can expect:

• A well-managed appointment book
• Excellent working facilities and the latest equipment
• Highest standards of clinical governance & expert support
• A comprehensive on-boarding and induction process

About Bupa Dental Care Carlisle

Established in 2010, our modern and thriving practice features six spacious, fully equipped surgeries, benefiting from natural light and air conditioning. Conveniently located in the heart of Carlisle, we provide high-quality dental care to both NHS and private patients. Due to growing demand, we continue to welcome new private patients, accept dental referrals, and maintain a waiting list for NHS registrations and offer one off NHS emergency appointments for any unregistered patients. Our comprehensive range of services includes general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, social orthodontics (including Invisalign), endodontics, and periodontics. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care through an experienced and dedicated team. Our highly skilled dental nursing team brings over 60 years of combined experience, helping to create a supportive and trusted environment for both patients and clinicians. As a recognised teaching practice, we play an active role in the development of future dental professionals, hosting between six and eight final-year dental students each year. This commitment to education fosters a progressive, collaborative, and clinically focused working environment.This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, patient-centred practice with a strong local reputation, a diverse clinical offering, and a supportive, professional team.

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:
Emma Hitchens
[e-mail]

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.