Orthodontic Therapist

Envisage Dental | Certified B Corp™ | Redefining Group Dentistry; Norwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Future scope to work from home for the

Job summary

Riverside Dental in Norwich is seeking an Orthodontic Therapist to join our private, patient‑focused team. You will work closely with Dr Bim Sawhney to deliver high‑quality orthodontic care in a modern, digital practice.

We welcome a therapist with at least 2 years post‑qualification experience, strong communication, and a commitment to clinical excellence. This role offers a flexible schedule (24–35 hours) with a competitive salary in a supportive environment near Norwich city centre.

Qualifications

• Two years post‑qualification experience preferred.
• Private practice experience is advantageous.
• Strong communication and professional approach required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality orthodontic treatment under supervision.
• Support adult Invisalign and fixed appliance care.
• Maintain meticulous clinical records and cross‑infection control.

Skills

Communication skills

Digital practice

Organised

Team player

Intraoral scanners

Invisalign portal

Clinical photography

Tools

Intraoral scanners

Invisalign portal

Clinical photography

Job description

Orthodontic Therapist - Join Our Award Winning Team

Riverside Dental, Norwich

Part-time or Full-Time Permanent | Competitive Salary

Due to a practice expansion, we are seeking an additional Orthodontic Therapist to join our award‑winning, fully private, patient‑focused team. As a Diamond Provider of Invisalign and over 800 Google reviews (4.9 rating, with a majority for Orthodontic treatment), we are the leading practice for cosmetic and adult orthodontic care in Norwich. We pride ourselves on delivering clinical excellence with warmth, integrity, and a truly personalised approach. The practice is fully digital, with 3 intra-oral scanners, allowing you to focus on high-quality clinical care.

About The Role

Due to growth and expansion of our orthodontic and aligner programme, we are seeking an additional confident, skilled, progressive Orthodontic Therapist who is passionate about transforming smiles, enhancing patient confidence and raising the standard of orthodontic care. You will work closely with Dr Bim Sawhney, the Orthodontic & Clinical Lead (and Clinical Mentor for IAS) and wider clinical team to deliver outstanding orthodontic care in a modern, digital, supportive, and forward‑thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality orthodontic treatment under the prescription of Dr Bim Sawhney
• Working in a relaxed, fully private practice, with no stress
• Mixed Clinical and Administrative role
• Mainly supporting adult treatments including Invisalign, fixed appliances, fixed & removable retainers
• Small, but growing, list of child patients
• Assisting in the planning and workflows of both Invisalign and Fixed Appliances
• Competent using intraoral scanners, taking clinical photographs, using the Invisalign portal and all aspects of clinical orthodontic work
• Deliver exceptional patient communication, education, and chair side experience
• Monitor patient progress and maintain meticulous clinical records and uphold the highest standards of cross‑infection control
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a therapist with ideally at least 2 years of post‑qualification experience who enjoys delivering excellent patient care and takes pride in their clinical standards. Strong communication skills and a caring, professional approach are essential, as you will be working closely with both patients and colleagues.

Key Attributes

• Strong communication skills and a commitment to excellence
• Comfortable working in a fully digital practice
• Reliable, punctual, well organised
• A proactive, organised approach with a high attention to detail
• Can work diligently both as part of a team and independently
• Professional presentation and conduct
• Contribution to advancing & adapting the workflow when needed and where possible
• Strong ethical standards
• Up-to-date CPD and professional development
• Excellent references, ideally with a portfolio of clinical cases
• Social Media presence an added bonus (but not essential)

What We Offer

• State‑of‑the‑art facilities and digital orthodontic workflows, including iTero scanners.
• Opportunities for excellent professional development and advanced training, led by Dr Bim Sawhney (over 1000 clear aligner cases treated to date)
• Mainly adult fee‑paying, private, patients
• A chance to learn & understand the mechanics of tooth movements, both for clear aligners and fixed appliances
• A supportive, friendly team with strong clinical leadership and management.
• Competitive salary based on experience and scope
• A practice culture built on trust, kindness, and exceptional care
• City centre location, 2 minute walk from Norwich Train Station
• 1hr 45 min train from London
• 1 hr. train to Cambridge
• 30 min train to Ipswich

Details:

• 24 - 35 hours per week
• £35,000 £50,000 per year, depending on hours experience and scope

Benefits:

• Company Pension
• Future scope to work from home for the administrative element.