Direct Access Dental Therapist

Smart Dental Care; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

Tovey Little Dental Clinic in Wakefield is seeking an experienced, motivated GDC-registered Direct Access Dental Therapist to join our friendly team on a full-time basis.

Treat both NHS and private patients while building your private list, supported by in-house referrals and an established clinical team. Visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate. Flexible Mon-Sat hours and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• GDC registration as a Dental Therapist.
• Direct Access experience and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Interest in developing private treatments and building long-term relationships.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality periodontal therapy and restorative treatment for NHS and private patients.
• Perform comprehensive assessments under Direct Access and provide preventative care.
• Explain treatment options and support informed patient decisions.
• Refer to in-house clinicians for implants, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and other specialists.
• Support development of private services including: airflow hygiene therapy, bonding, whitening, and periodontal care.

Skills

Direct Access

Communication skills

Patient care

Private treatments

Minimally invasive dentistry

Education

GDC Registration

Job description

Experienced Direct Access Dental Therapist

Location: Tovey Little Dental Clinic, Wakefield, WF1 3AZ

Position: Full-time (Hours and days to be discussed, Monday-Saturday)

Practice Type: Mixed Private & NHS with Excellent Private Growth Potential

Grow Your Career with Tovey Little Dental Clinic

Tovey Little Dental Clinic is looking for an experienced, motivated GDC-registered Direct Access Dental Therapist to join our friendly and progressive team on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career within a modern, supportive practice, treating both NHS and private patients while benefiting from significant opportunities to develop your own private patient base. Visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver high-quality periodontal therapy and restorative treatment for Private and NHS patients.
• Work under Direct Access, providing comprehensive patient assessments and preventative care.
• Clearly explain treatment options and support patients in making informed decisions.
• Refer patients to our experienced in-house clinicians for implants, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry and other specialist treatments.
• Help develop and promote private services including:

• Airflow hygiene therapy
• Composite bonding
• Teeth whitening
• Preventative and periodontal care

Build long-term patient relationships through exceptional clinical care.

Why Join Tovey Little?

• Full-time position with flexible working days and hours between Monday and Saturday.
• Excellent private earning potential alongside NHS therapy.
• Opportunity to grow your own private patient list.
• Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate.
• Fully supported by our highly experienced Principal Dentists and an established clinical team.
• Access to in-house referrals across a wide range of dental disciplines.
• Ongoing marketing support to help promote your services and attract new patients.
• Modern, well-equipped practice with digital workflows.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and career progression within Smart Dental Care.

About You

• GDC registration as a Dental Therapist.
• Direct Access experience and confidence working independently.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• A passion for preventative and minimally invasive dentistry.
• An interest in developing private treatments and building long-term patient relationships.
• Additional cosmetic dentistry experience would be advantageous but is not essential.