Job summary
Looking
for more than just another dental role
Escape the
ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall one of the UKs most
beautiful and inspiring places to live and work.
Were
inviting enthusiastic and committed Dentists to join our growing network of
practices and services across the region, with a range of opportunities in NHS,
mixed, and fully private settings. Whether youre looking for the security of
an employed position or the flexibility and earning potential of an associate
role, we have the right fit for you.
Why
Join Us?
Were
more than just a dental practice, were proud to be
the UKs first dental practice to be B Corp
certified
a
Community Interest Company (CIC)
proud
to be employee-owned, giving our team a voice within the business
This
means were committed to doing business differently for the benefit of our
people, the communities we serve, and our planet. From reducing our
environmental toothprint with sustainable practices, to playing an active
role in improving oral health across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, our
mission goes beyond dentistry: we change lives, and wed love you to be part of
that!
Main duties of the job
Employed
Roles:
Competitive
base salary
from £68,250
Supplementary
bonus scheme
with uncapped OTE, with a potential in excess of £120,000
Based on a balanced
clinical mix: Private, NHS (UDA), and Unscheduled Dental Care
Flexible
working hours
to suit your life
Clinical
freedom with
full admin and nursing support
We
pay for your mandatory training, GDC registration and indemnity
Golden
Hello of up to £10,000.00
Relocation
Allowance of up to £8,000.00
Associate
Roles:
Earning
potential in excess of £150,000 (OTE)
Based on 1,400 UDAs at £14.50, from £3,000 Denplan gross/month (35% split),
Unscheduled Care 2 days/week at £23 per patient, and strong private demand
NHS
(UDA): 1,400
UDAs from £14.50 per UDA
Private: 50% income split
Denplan: 35% income split
(incl. hygienist usage split); approx. £3,000/month gross
Unscheduled
Care: 2
days/week, 16 patients/day at £23 per patient (£35k+/year)
Balanced
clinical mix:
Private, NHS (UDA) & Unscheduled Dental Care
Flexible
working hours
Clinical
freedom with
full admin and nursing support
Golden
Hello of up to £10,000.00
About us
Why
Cornwall?
Cornwall
isnt just a place to work its a place to thrive.
Incredible coastlines golden
beaches, quiet coves, and world-class surf
Open
spaces & green living perfect for outdoor adventure and well-being
Active
lifestyle from paddleboarding to coastal hikes and everything in between
A
real sense of community safe, welcoming towns and great local schools
Culture
& charm historic harbour towns, art festivals, and a vibrant food scene
Work-life
balance leave the city grind behind and enjoy more of life
Whether
you're starting out, relocating, or seeking a better quality of life, Cornwall
offers more than a job it offers a lifestyle.
What
Makes Us Unique?
Employee-Owned: Be more than an employee
become a co-owner, shaping the future of Smile Together.
B
Corp Certified:
We use business as a force for good, socially, environmentally and eithically
Community
Focused:
Every day, we work to improve the health and wellbeing of Cornwalls residents,
with special attention to vulnerable and underserved communities.
Ready
to make a real difference with a team thats passionate about people, the
planet, and positive change? Join Smile Together today!
You will need to be able to demonstrate that you have the
right to work in the UK as we do not offer sponsorship and that you are able to
commute to the place of work.
GDC registration without conditions
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Purpose
To provide routine and urgent dental care for patients in
Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, including visitors to the region requiring
unscheduled dental care.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care & Patient Experience
Deliver high-quality unscheduled and routine
dental care to NHS and private patients (adults and children).
Apply current best practice and evidence-based
guidance in areas such as:
o
Clinical examination and record keeping
o
Oral health prevention strategies
o
Radiography
o
Antimicrobial prescribing
o
Management of acute dental conditions
o
Dental trauma (adult and paediatric)
o
Endodontic emergencies
o
Consent and documentation of extractions
o
Treatment of patients with complex needs or
medical histories
Maintain awareness of referral pathways and
patient access routes, including stabilisation clinics.
Provide thorough clinical documentation to
support continuity of care.
Treat target numbers of patients efficiently
while ensuring excellent patient experience.
Professional Conduct & Standards
Adhere to the standards set out by the General
Dental Council (GDC) and maintain full registration without conditions.
Comply with Smile Togethers internal policies,
procedures, and contractual obligations.
Maintain appropriate indemnity cover and NHS
performer number.
Take personal responsibility for understanding
and complying with all relevant codes of conduct and governance frameworks.
Professional Development
Maintain a Personal Development Plan and
up-to-date CPD log.
Engage in reflective practice and strive for
continuous improvement.
Attend and actively contribute to peer review
meetings, clinical audits, and development sessions.
Maintain mandatory training compliance and
embrace ongoing changes in legislation, technologies, and clinical practice.
Participate in training through Smile Togethers
Training Academy and external education providers.
Team Collaboration & Flexibility
Support colleagues across Smile Together,
including Early Years Dentists, Apprentice Nurses, and wider clinical teams.
Contribute to delivering unscheduled dental care
services, including collaborative team temperature checks.
Represent Smile Together professionally as an
ambassador for our mission, vision, and values.
Be willing to work from other locations when
required, integrating into the local team as needed.
Organisational Engagement & Contribution
Actively engage in service development, planning
sessions, and in-house meetings.
Work with the Clinical Director and operational
leads to help drive service improvement.
Deliver in-house training sessions or webinars
as required.
Play a key role in contributing to Smile
Togethers success as a Social Enterprise by supporting community-focused oral
health innovation.
Governance & Safety
Maintain safe working practices at all clinical
sites and ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements.
Adhere to all health and safety procedures and
promptly report incidents or near misses using the designated process.
Maintain strong IT skills, particularly in using
the Practice Management System.
Other Duties
Undertake any additional reasonable
responsibilities as requested by the Clinical Director or management team.
This job description may evolve as the post
develops; changes will be made in consultation with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Role Purpose
To provide routine and urgent dental care for patients in
Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, including visitors to the region requiring
unscheduled dental care.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care & Patient Experience
Deliver high-quality unscheduled and routine
dental care to NHS and private patients (adults and children).
Apply current best practice and evidence-based
guidance in areas such as:
o
Clinical examination and record keeping
o
Oral health prevention strategies
o
Radiography
o
Antimicrobial prescribing
o
Management of acute dental conditions
o
Dental trauma (adult and paediatric)
o
Endodontic emergencies
o
Consent and documentation of extractions
o
Treatment of patients with complex needs or
medical histories
Maintain awareness of referral pathways and
patient access routes, including stabilisation clinics.
Provide thorough clinical documentation to
support continuity of care.
Treat target numbers of patients efficiently
while ensuring excellent patient experience.
Professional Conduct & Standards
Adhere to the standards set out by the General
Dental Council (GDC) and maintain full registration without conditions.
Comply with Smile Togethers internal policies,
procedures, and contractual obligations.
Maintain appropriate indemnity cover and NHS
performer number.
Take personal responsibility for understanding
and complying with all relevant codes of conduct and governance frameworks.
Professional Development
Maintain a Personal Development Plan and
up-to-date CPD log.
Engage in reflective practice and strive for
continuous improvement.
Attend and actively contribute to peer review
meetings, clinical audits, and development sessions.
Maintain mandatory training compliance and
embrace ongoing changes in legislation, technologies, and clinical practice.
Participate in training through Smile Togethers
Training Academy and external education providers.
Team Collaboration & Flexibility
Support colleagues across Smile Together,
including Early Years Dentists, Apprentice Nurses, and wider clinical teams.
Contribute to delivering unscheduled dental care
services, including collaborative team temperature checks.
Represent Smile Together professionally as an
ambassador for our mission, vision, and values.
Be willing to work from other locations when
required, integrating into the local team as needed.
Organisational Engagement & Contribution
Actively engage in service development, planning
sessions, and in-house meetings.
Work with the Clinical Director and operational
leads to help drive service improvement.
Deliver in-house training sessions or webinars
as required.
Play a key role in contributing to Smile
Togethers success as a Social Enterprise by supporting community-focused oral
health innovation.
Governance & Safety
Maintain safe working practices at all clinical
sites and ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements.
Adhere to all health and safety procedures and
promptly report incidents or near misses using the designated process.
Maintain strong IT skills, particularly in using
the Practice Management System.
Other Duties
Undertake any additional reasonable
responsibilities as requested by the Clinical Director or management team.
This job description may evolve as the post
develops; changes will be made in consultation with the post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GDC Registration with out restrictions
- Batchelor in Dental Surgery
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GDC Registration with out restrictions
- Batchelor in Dental Surgery
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
