ASSOCIATE DENTIST - CLEVELEYSWe are seeking a high-quality Associate Dentist to join a very busy, well-established NHS-heavy practice in the heart of Cleveleys, Lancashire, serving a loyal and appreciative patient base.• NHS-Heavy Role with Enhanced Skills Development• Start date: February 2026• Full or part time available • Working hours: Mon-Thurs 8.30am - 5.30pm / Fri 8am - 2pm• Pay rate: £14+ Per UDA + 50/50 on private and lab bills• UDA target: Around 5000 UDA's • Established patient list to take over fromAdditional NHS work available:• Paediatric contract• Emergency contract• Long-term position with continuity of care• Opportunity to develop enhanced skills alongside NHS dentistryThis role would suit either:• An experienced NHS performer, or• A post-DF1 dentist looking for structured mentoring, progression, and enhanced skills development within a supportive environment.Remuneration & Support:• Emergency tier 2 - £85, Paediatric £50 (gross)• Therapist support• SOE practice management system• Rotary endodontics• Digital radiography and intra-oral cameras• SLR camera available for clinical photography• Strong administrative and managerial supportThe Practice:• Established mixed NHS/private practice with large, stable NHS lists• Paediatric and Emergency NHS contracts in addition to core NHS work• Recognised Tier 2 Minor Oral Surgery / IV Sedation service• DCT / DF1 accredited training practice• Modern surgeries with digital workflows and excellent nursing support• This is a practice known locally for clinical standards, calm organisation, and strong team culture.Location information:• Located close to the beach, with off-street parking and easy access to Preston and the wider Lancashire area• Poulton train station with direct service to Manchester and airport around 9 minutes drive away Mentoring, Progression & Enhanced Skills:This role is particularly suited to a dentist who wants to progress beyond routine NHS dentistry.Opportunities include:• In-house mentoring in:• Minor oral surgery• Implants• Restorative dentistry• Endodontics• Orthodontics• Weekly Wednesday evening mentoring sessions• Active WhatsApp clinical support groupOpportunity to:• Become a DF1 Educational Supervisor / Mentor:• Participate in research and auditIn-house and sister-practice referrals for:• Implantology• Endodontics• Prosthodontics• OrthodonticsWho We’re Looking For:• GDC registered dentist• Active NHS Performer Number essential• High clinical standards and good communication skills• Enjoys working as part of a team• Interested in long-term development, not short-term filling....Read more...
