Dentist Locum or Emergency

Smart Dental Care; Ireland; On-site; EUR 82,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaghadee Dental Centre is seeking a Private Associate Dentist to join a well-established private-focused practice in County Down. The role offers immediate start and flexible working patterns with long-term autonomy and professional satisfaction.

You will work in a modern clinic with an experienced team, delivering high-quality private dentistry and building lasting patient relationships in a coastal town with good access to Belfast. NHS elements exist but private growth is core.

Qualifications

• GDC-registered dentists with right to work in the UK.
• Experience in private or mixed practice preferred.
• Strong communication and patient-first mindset.
• Commitment to CPD and maintaining high clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality private dentistry with clinical autonomy.
• Build long-term relationships with patients and grow the private list.
• Deliver patient-focused care in a modern, supportive setting.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient-focused

CPD commitment

Education

GDC-registered dentist

Tools

SOE Software

Digital radiography

Job description

Private Associate Dentist, Donaghadee Dental Centre, County Down

Flexible Working/Established Private List/Coastal Location/Full-time & Part-time Opportunity

Not every associate role is about filling diary space. Some are about building something sustainable, a private list you can be proud of, in a location that genuinely improves your quality of life.

Donaghadee Dental Centre is offering an opportunity for a Private Associate Dentist to join a well-established, patient-focused practice in one of County Down's most desirable coastal towns. With an immediate start available and genuine flexibility around working patterns, this role is suited to a clinician looking for long-term stability, autonomy, and professional satisfaction.

The Practice and the Role

Our mixed NHS and private practice has a strong emphasis on private dentistry, supported by a loyal and steadily growing patient base. We value clinicians who take time with patients, focus on quality outcomes, and enjoy building long-term relationships rather than high-volume.

You will be working in a modern, spacious environment with digital radiography, SOE software, and well-equipped surgeries, supported by an experienced clinical and administrative team who understand the importance of smooth, stress-free days.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Established and expanding private patient base
• Flexible surgery hours between 8:00am and 7:00pm
• Attractive private income potential with realistic expectations
• Full clinical autonomy within a supportive, non-pressured setting
• Access to mentorship and career development, if desired
• Backed by Smart Dental, a respected group with over 100 surgeries across 35 practices in the UK and Ireland

Location That Works for Real Life

Donaghadee combines the benefits of seaside living with excellent accessibility. The practice is approximately 30 minutes from Belfast by car, with strong road links via the A2 and public transport connections to Bangor and Belfast.

The town offers coastal walks, local cafés and restaurants, and a close-knit community, an appealing option whether you’re commuting, relocating, or looking to enjoy a slower pace without sacrificing career opportunity.

Who This Role Would Suit

• GDC-registered dentists with the right to work in the UK
• Experience in private or mixed practice preferred
• Strong communication skills and a patient-first mindset
• A commitment to CPD and maintaining high clinical standards
• Dentists seeking either full-time or part-time work

Interested in a Different Kind of Associate Role?

If you’re considering a move and want a role that offers private growth, professional autonomy, and lifestyle benefits in equal measure, we would welcome a confidential discussion.