Dentist

Smile Together; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice organization in Cornwall is seeking enthusiastic Dentists to join their growing network. The role offers competitive salaries starting from £68,250 and bonuses based on performance. Dentists will provide dental care to NHS and private patients, with full clinical support. The organization promotes community health and is committed to sustainable practices, making this a unique opportunity to make a difference. Join today to enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance in beautiful Cornwall.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped bonus scheme

Flexible working hours

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Golden Hello of up to £10,000

Qualifications

• GDC Registration without restrictions.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in using the Practice Management System.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality unscheduled and routine dental care.
• Provide thorough clinical documentation to support continuity of care.
• Engage in service development and planning sessions.

Skills

Clinical examination and record keeping

Oral health prevention strategies

Radiography

Antimicrobial prescribing

Management of acute dental conditions

Education

Bachelor in Dental Surgery

Job description

Lookingfor more than just another dental role

Escape theordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall one of the UKs mostbeautiful and inspiring places to live and work.

Wereinviting enthusiastic and committed Dentists to join our growing network ofpractices and services across the region, with a range of opportunities in NHS,mixed, and fully private settings. Whether youre looking for the security ofan employed position or the flexibility and earning potential of an associaterole, we have the right fit for you.

WhyJoin Us?

Weremore than just a dental practice, were proud to be

the UKs first dental practice to be B Corpcertified

aCommunity Interest Company (CIC)

proudto be employee-owned, giving our team a voice within the business

Thismeans were committed to doing business differently for the benefit of ourpeople, the communities we serve, and our planet. From reducing ourenvironmental toothprint with sustainable practices, to playing an activerole in improving oral health across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, ourmission goes beyond dentistry: we change lives, and wed love you to be part ofthat!

Main duties of the job

EmployedRoles:

Competitivebase salaryfrom £68,250

Supplementarybonus schemewith uncapped OTE, with a potential in excess of £120,000

Based on a balancedclinical mix: Private, NHS (UDA), and Unscheduled Dental Care

Flexibleworking hoursto suit your life

Clinicalfreedom withfull admin and nursing support

Wepay for your mandatory training, GDC registration and indemnity

GoldenHello of up to £10,000.00

RelocationAllowance of up to £8,000.00

AssociateRoles:

Earningpotential in excess of £150,000 (OTE)Based on 1,400 UDAs at £14.50, from £3,000 Denplan gross/month (35% split),Unscheduled Care 2 days/week at £23 per patient, and strong private demand

NHS(UDA): 1,400UDAs from £14.50 per UDA

Private: 50% income split

Balancedclinical mix:Private, NHS (UDA) & Unscheduled Dental Care

Flexibleworking hours

Clinicalfreedom withfull admin and nursing support

GoldenHello of up to £10,000.00

About us

WhyCornwall?

Cornwallisnt just a place to work its a place to thrive.

Incredible coastlines goldenbeaches, quiet coves, and world-class surf

Openspaces & green living perfect for outdoor adventure and well-being

Activelifestyle from paddleboarding to coastal hikes and everything in between

Areal sense of community safe, welcoming towns and great local schools

Culture& charm historic harbour towns, art festivals, and a vibrant food scene

Work-lifebalance leave the city grind behind and enjoy more of life

Whetheryou're starting out, relocating, or seeking a better quality of life, Cornwalloffers more than a job it offers a lifestyle.

Employee-Owned: Be more than an employeebecome a co-owner, shaping the future of Smile Together.

BCorp Certified:We use business as a force for good, socially, environmentally and eithically

CommunityFocused:Every day, we work to improve the health and wellbeing of Cornwalls residents,with special attention to vulnerable and underserved communities.

Readyto make a real difference with a team thats passionate about people, theplanet, and positive change? Join Smile Together today!

For sponsorship applicants at present we can acceptapplications from those who have an expiring visa and has been onboarded to theUK with the GDC recognising them as adentist.

GDC registration without conditions

Job responsibilities

Role Purpose

To provide routine and urgent dental care for patients inCornwall and the Isles of Scilly, including visitors to the region requiringunscheduled dental care.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care & Patient Experience

Deliver high-quality unscheduled and routinedental care to NHS and private patients (adults and children).

Apply current best practice and evidence-basedguidance in areas such as:

• Clinical examination and record keeping
• Oral health prevention strategies
• Radiography
• Antimicrobial prescribing
• Management of acute dental conditions
• Dental trauma (adult and paediatric)
• Endodontic emergencies
• Consent and documentation of extractions
• Treatment of patients with complex needs ormedical histories

Maintain awareness of referral pathways andpatient access routes, including stabilisation clinics.

Provide thorough clinical documentation tosupport continuity of care.

Treat target numbers of patients efficientlywhile ensuring excellent patient experience.

Professional Conduct & Standards

Adhere to the standards set out by the GeneralDental Council (GDC) and maintain full registration without conditions.

Comply with Smile Togethers internal policies,procedures, and contractual obligations.

Maintain appropriate indemnity cover and NHSperformer number.

Take personal responsibility for understandingand complying with all relevant codes of conduct and governance frameworks.

Professional Development

Maintain a Personal Development Plan andup-to-date CPD log.

Engage in reflective practice and strive forcontinuous improvement.

Attend and actively contribute to peer reviewmeetings, clinical audits, and development sessions.

Maintain mandatory training compliance andembrace ongoing changes in legislation, technologies, and clinical practice.

Participate in training through Smile TogethersTraining Academy and external education providers.

Team Collaboration & Flexibility

Support colleagues across Smile Together,including Early Years Dentists, Apprentice Nurses, and wider clinical teams.

Contribute to delivering unscheduled dental careservices, including collaborative team temperature checks.

Represent Smile Together professionally as anambassador for our mission, vision, and values.

Be willing to work from other locations whenrequired, integrating into the local team as needed.

Organisational Engagement & Contribution

Actively engage in service development, planningsessions, and in-house meetings.

Work with the Clinical Director and operationalleads to help drive service improvement.

Deliver in-house training sessions or webinarsas required.

Play a key role in contributing to SmileTogethers success as a Social Enterprise by supporting community-focused oralhealth innovation.

Governance & Safety

Maintain safe working practices at all clinicalsites and ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements.

Adhere to all health and safety procedures andpromptly report incidents or near misses using the designated process.

Maintain strong IT skills, particularly in usingthe Practice Management System.

Other Duties

Undertake any additional reasonableresponsibilities as requested by the Clinical Director or management team.

This job description may evolve as the postdevelops; changes will be made in consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GDC Registration with out restrictions
• Batchelor in Dental Surgery

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.