Direct Access Dental Therapist

Riverdale Healthcare; North East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpha Dental Care in North Shields is seeking an experienced Dental Therapist for Direct Access. The role offers NHS patient lists alongside opportunities to grow private list, with support from a Clinical Lead and Regional Director.

Flexible, self-employed leave options and sponsorship may be available for the right candidate. Days are Monday to Friday; a structured practice with established staff, modern digital x-rays, and a strong patient base awaits.

Qualifications

• GDC registration is required.
• NHS Performer Number is required.
• Eligibility to work in the UK; sponsorship available for the right candidate.

Skills

Eligibility to work in the UK

Education

GDC registration

NHS Performer Number

Job description

Direct Access Experienced Dental Therapist - Alpha Dental Care, North Shields, Tyne and Wear

Days: Monday to Friday

UDAs: £11.00 per UDA

Private: 40%

Referral: 30%

Sponsorship available (must be in UK upon application)

Life at Alpha Dental Care, North Shields

• Spacious 8 surgery practice
• Digital x-rays used in practice
• Longstanding and established staff
• Clinical lead onsite for support
• Separate spacious staff room
• Metro and bus links near practice
• Established patient list
• 4.7* Google Reviews

What's on offer?

• Established NHS patient list with opportunities to grow your private work
• Qualified Dental Nurse support
• Clinical Lead and Regional Director support
• Special interests are encouraged and supported
• Self-employed flexibility over annual leave

More support. Smarter technology. Better dentistry.

• Discounted Heidi subscriptions
• Practices introducing CareStack, VoiceStack and Boxly
• Continued investment in practices
• Marketing support to develop private lists

Development that works for you

• An established mentoring network
• Special interests supported
• Access to discounted CPD and development opportunities

The other good stuff

• Refer-a-Friend rewards up to £5,000
• Blue Light Card eligibility and discounts
• Charity match funding
• Visa sponsorship available, subject to eligibility and T&Cs
• NHS Pension
• Enhanced NHS maternity, paternity and sick pay
• Opportunity to retain NHS benefits while building private list

What you'll need

• GDC registration
• NHS Performer Number
• Eligibility to work in the UK, or sponsorship available for the right candidate
• Clinical compliance to meet CQC expectations and Riverdale Standards