Associate Dentist Fixed-Term

Bupa UK; Bangor; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted health insurance

Professional development opportunities

In-house CPD events

Referral fee up to £3,000

Job summary

Bupa UK is looking for a Fixed Term Associate Dentist to join our Bangor practice on a self-employed basis. This role offers 3 days a week work, focusing on NHS services with opportunities for private earnings.

The successful candidate will benefit from a supportive team, a dedicated practice manager, and access to various resources for professional growth. Additionally, you will engage with a loyal patient base and enjoy a package of additional benefits including discounts on health plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid dental license.
• Experience in private practice is preferred.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide dental services to patients in accordance with Bupa standards.
• Manage NHS and private dental treatment plans.
• Collaborate with other dental professionals and support staff.

Skills

Dentistry

NHS experience

Patient management

Education

Registered Dentist

Tools

Dentally software

Digital x-rays

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 Bangor, Northern Ireland.

Fixed‑Term Associate Dentist opportunity details

• 3 days per week – Mon, Tue, Thu [08:45‑17:15]
• Established NHS list plus private earning potential
• Contract available from 17/07/26 until 16/07/27
• Industry‑leading offers and resources for professional growth and business support – find out more below

About Bupa Dental Care Bangor, Springhill

Our modern 8 surgery practice is located withing a thriving Health Village serving the local community alongside a doctors surgery, pharmacy and physiotherapist services. The practice benefits from Dentally software, digital x-rays and a supportive, experienced team.

• Dedicated on‑site Practice Manager
• Access to Hygienist
• Practice Coordinator, Lead Nurse and experienced nursing team
• Close to local shops, supermarkets and cafes
• Free on‑site parking
• Convenient location Just 20 minutes from Belfast and minutes from the dual carriageway

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 Portal5% 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

07935 600595

[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.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.