Locum Dentist

PortmanDentex; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Locum Dentist to replace a long-standing dentist temporarily. The role offers a £450 day rate, predominantly working with an established patient base of over 300 NHS plan patients. Applicants must have valid GDC registration and an active NHS performer number, with a focus on providing excellent patient care in a supportive environment. Clinical freedom and professional development opportunities are included.

Benefits

Full clinical freedom

Access to first-class marketing and business support

Mentoring and CPD opportunities

Support from Clinical Leads

Qualifications

• Must have valid GDC registration and license to practice in the UK.
• Active NHS performer number required.

Responsibilities

• Provide general dentistry to an existing patient list.
• Deliver outstanding service and care to private and NHS patients.

Skills

Valid GDC registration

Active NHS performer number

Job description

Overview

Pomfret & Farrell Dental is seeking an experienced Locum Dentist to join our team. We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Locum Dentist to replace a long standing dentist for just a short interim basis. You will be taking over an existing patient list providing general dentistry. Pomfret & Farrell Dental is a well-established practice in Chelmsford (CM2 0EF) with an excellent reputation for delivering outstanding service and care to our private and NHS patients.

About the role

• £450 Day Rate (Locum rate)
• Working: Mon, Tues, Weds (3rd-17th Dec and 5th-7th Jan)
• Mixed caseload (Private/NHS, predominantly NHS)
• 100% clinical freedom
• Established patient base with over 300 plan patients
• Professional development opportunities

What do you get in return?

By joining Portman|Dentex, you’ll be part of a 360+ practice business, which is predominantly focused on private dentistry. This means you get access to our large network of like-minded clinicians, as well as being surrounded by skilled practice teams who’ll partner with you to deliver exceptional patient care. The support doesn’t end there though, we also offer:

• Full clinical freedom – meaning you can use your preferred equipment, materials, labs, and referral pathways to deliver the best level of care to your patients. We’ll champion you as a self-employed clinician, and ensure you always retain your unique identity
• Access to first class marketing, branding, and business support – enabling you to maximise your diary utilisation
• Mentoring and CPD – we can connect you with clinical mentors to guide and advise you, as well as running regular CPD events with some of our best-in-class dentists and specialists
• Support from Clinical Leads – we have a team of practising clinicians who split their week between delivering outstanding care to their patients, and acting as a key link between our clinicians and the wider business.

To find out more, get in touch with our Clinical Recruitment Partner, Justine, at [e-mail]

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Qualifications

• Valid GDC registration and license to practice in the UK
• Active NHS performer number

Additional Information

covering Wednesday 3rd December, Monday Tuesday Wednesday fron 8th -17th december and 5-7th Jan 2026

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.