Associate Dentist

Portman Dental Care; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established dental practice in Newark is seeking an Associate Dentist. This role provides an exceptional opportunity to deliver quality private dentistry in a supportive environment, with potential for growth and a commitment to clinical excellence. Join a practice focused on patient care and professional development, with access to a network of clinicians.

Benefits

Full clinical freedom

First-class marketing and business support

Mentoring and CPD opportunities

Support from a Clinical Lead

Qualifications

• Qualified dentist with a valid license.
• Experience in private dental practice preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality dental care to patients.
• Collaborate with a support team to enhance clinical results.
• Manage patient relationships effectively.

Skills

patient care

clinical skills

private dentistry experience

Education

Dental Degree

Tools

SOE (Exact) software

Trios wireless scanner

Job description

Associate Dentist required in our friendly, well-established Kirkgate Dental Surgery, Newark. Our busy and friendly practice in the centre of Newark has been established for more than 30 years and has built up an excellent local reputation. Kirkgate, Newark is a 4-surgery practice offering a wide range of quality private dentistry. This centrally located practice features large, well-equipped surgeries and a pleasant working environment. Our experienced support team onsite enables our dentists to focus on delivering the best clinical results for our patients.

Start Date: October 2025, with potential to start earlier depending on the successful candidate.

• Surgery space flexible across four days with the option of Saturdays.
• 3-storey listed building with an excellent local reputation.
• Four surgeries with windows.
• Long-standing, loyal patient base with an established Patient Plan list.
• Refurbished, modern, welcoming reception and waiting area.
• Support from a long-standing team with over 30 years combined clinical experience.
• Fully equipped modern practice.
• Beautiful location with a smart interior.
• Stars on Google reviews.
• Located in a beautiful market town with local amenities.
• Trios wireless scanner with laptop.
• SOE (Exact) software.
• High demand for new patients in the area.
• Population of the area growing rapidly.
• Car parking within a short walk of the practice.
• 90-minute train journey from London.
• Good local train and bus links.

What do you get in return?

By joining PortmanDentex, you'll be part of a 360+ practice network, primarily focused on private dentistry. This provides access to our large network of like-minded clinicians and a team of skilled practice staff to support you in delivering exceptional patient care. We also offer:

• Full clinical freedom – use your preferred equipment, materials, labs, and referral pathways to deliver the best care. We support you as a self-employed clinician, helping you retain your professional identity.
• First-class marketing, branding, and business support – to maximize your diary utilization.
• Mentoring and CPD – access to clinical mentors and regular CPD events with top dentists and specialists.
• Support from a Clinical Lead – a leader who delivers outstanding care and acts as a key link between clinicians and the wider business.

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Additional Information

About Us

We are a leading provider of private-focused dental care across the UK/Ireland. Recently, we merged with Dentex, uniting two of the UK’s top private dental providers. Our shared values include community, integrity, and clinical freedom. We celebrate the individuality of our practices and teams, focusing on exceptional patient care, industry-leading support, and professional opportunities. We operate over 350 UK practices, with more than 4,000 members, serving over a million patients annually across the UK, Ireland, and Benelux.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a respectful environment and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, or nationality.