Associate Dentist

Portman Dental Care; Perth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Caledonian Dental Care in Perth, Scotland, is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Dentist to join a well-established 11-surgery practice with a patient-centred ethos and supportive clinical and management teams.

Role details: start October 2026, 2 days per week (Monday and Friday), 8:30am–5:30pm, mixed practice. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, maintain high standards of care, and have access to modern digital systems and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• GDC registration and a current UK licence to practise.
• BDS or equivalent recognised dental qualification.
• Experience in general dentistry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong commitment to patient-centred care.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Professional indemnity insurance.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality general dental care to an established patient base.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to maintain high standards of care.
• Keep accurate patient records and comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centred care

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

BDS or equivalent recognised dental qualification

GDC registration

Job description

Job Description

Join the team at Caledonian Dental Care — a well-established and reputable 11-surgery dental practice in the beautiful city of Perth, Scotland. With an experienced clinical and management team, an established patient base and a strong focus on high-quality, patient-centred care, this is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Dentist looking to join a supportive and professionally rewarding environment.

Role Details

• Start Date: October 2026
• Working Days: Monday & Friday
• Working Hours: 8:30am–5:30pm
• Working Pattern: 2 days per week, mixed practice
• Location: Perth, Scotland
• Excellent opportunity to join an established patient base
• Supportive, well-managed 11-surgery practice

Why Choose Caledonian Dental Care?

• Well-established 11-surgery dental practice in Perth
• Experienced and supportive clinical and management team
• Established patient base with strong demand
• Practice Manager, Clinical Lead, Lead Nurse and Lead Receptionist providing excellent day-to-day support
• Collaborative working environment with experienced dental nurses, hygienists and wider clinical team
• Commitment to high standards of clinical care and patient experience
• Opportunities to develop your skills and pursue your professional interests
• Modern digital systems and a focus on efficient clinical workflows
• Strong commitment to CPD and ongoing professional development
• Clinical environment that supports patient-centred, ethical dentistry

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Associate Dentist who is passionate about delivering excellent general dental care.

You’ll ideally have:

• GDC registration and a current UK licence to practise
• BDS or equivalent recognised dental qualification
• Experience in general dentistry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to patient-centred care
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Enhanced DBS clearance

Why Join Us?

At Caledonian Dental Care, you’ll be joining a practice where you can focus on delivering exceptional clinical care while being supported by an experienced management structure.

With dedicated leadership across practice management, clinical, nursing and reception, you’ll have a strong support network around you and the opportunity to become a valued member of an established team.

Whether you're looking to develop your clinical interests, build on an existing patient base or simply find a supportive practice where quality dentistry is genuinely valued, this could be the opportunity for you.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.