Associate Dentist - Fixed Term

Springer Nature Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care Shawlands in Glasgow is seeking a Fixed-Term Associate Dentist to join on a self-employed basis. The role is 4 days per week (Mon–Thu) with an established NHS/Private patient list and strong earning potential from private services.

The contract runs from 8 February 2027 to 3 February 2028. The practice offers a modern, fully computerised environment with Dentally software, digital x-ray, and a supportive professional team to help grow your private work.

Qualifications

• 4 days per week (Mon–Thu).
• NHS/Private patient list with potential to grow private work.
• Fixed-term contract available from 08/02/2027 to 03/02/2028.
• Established Bupa Dental Care practice in Glasgow.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a full range of NHS and private dental services.
• Grow private practice and maintain a loyal patient base.
• Collaborate with support staff to ensure high standards of patient care.
• Engage in in-house CPD events and clinical development.

Skills

NHS dentistry

Private dentistry

Self-employed

Team collaboration

Tools

Dentally Software

Digital x-ray

3D CBCT

Trios scanner

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 Glasgow.

Associate Dentist opportunity details

• 4 days per week - Monday to ThursdayEstablished NHS/Private listGreat private earning potential to grow your businessFixed term contract available from 8th February 2027 until 3rd February 2028

About Bupa Dental Care Shawlands, Glasgow

Established with 5 surgeries, modern working environment, fully computerised, Dentally software, digital x-ray and Apex Locator. Experienced associates delivering a full range of NHS and Private dental services, supported by a team of fully-trained qualified professional support staff.

• Access to a Hygienist and TherapistRotary Endodontics3D CBCT & Trios scannerFree on-street car parkingLocated on Coustonholm Road on the Southside of Glasgow, near Pollokshaw East railway station.Dedicated marketing team to help you grow and market your private servicesGreat Google score

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 eventsProfessional development opportunitiesLarge clinical support network5% rebate on spend with Bupa Labs

Access to Bupa Healthcare

• Discounted health insurance with medical history disregardedPreferential rates to Bupa Menopause planSuite 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 BiometReceive 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 careAccess to an in-house complaint teamPractice level marketing support to help you grow your businessNetwork 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.

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.