Associate Dentist

Colchester, Essex, East Anglia, England
Competitive
Expiry date:16 Jul 2026
Start date:17 Apr 2026
🦷 Associate Dentist – Private-Focused Role | New Surgery Opportunity 🦷
3 Days (Wed–Fri) | 50% Split | Book-Building Role | Late April Start

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Dentist to take ownership of a brand-new surgery within a thriving and well-established mixed practice.

This is a private-focused position (Wednesday–Friday), specifically designed for a clinician who is motivated to build and grow a private patient base with the full backing of an established practice and ongoing marketing investment. ✨

Unlike a fully pre-booked diary, this role offers something more valuable—the autonomy and support to build a high-quality, sustainable private list from the ground up.

💷 Remuneration & Earning Potential:
  • 50% private split 💸
  • Uncapped earning potential
  • Strong new patient flow driven by active Google & Meta marketing campaigns
  • Structured support to help you build a stable and profitable diary over time
🏥 About the Practice:
  • Well-established mixed practice with a strong reputation
  • Brand-new, fully equipped surgery ready for immediate use
  • 4 modern surgeries in total
  • Digital systems using SOE (Software of Excellence)
  • Excellent staff retention and supportive team culture 🤝
  • On-site parking available 🚗
  • Ongoing investment in practice growth and patient acquisition
🦷 Clinical Scope:
  • General Private Dentistry
  • Invisalign / Orthodontics
  • Implants
  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Facial aesthetics (Botox)
This role is well suited to a clinician who is confident in comprehensive treatment planning and comfortable discussing larger, high-value treatment plans with patients.

🧩 Role Focus:
  • Building and developing a private patient list from new enquiries
  • Delivering high-quality, ethical private dentistry
  • Converting enquiries into treatment through clear communication and trust-building
  • Working closely with the team to ensure a smooth and consistent patient journey
  • Contributing to the continued growth and success of the practice
✅ What We’re Looking For:

Essential:
  • GDC-registered Dentist with solid clinical experience
  • Confident in general dentistry and private treatment planning
  • Comfortable building a list through new patient intake
  • Strong communication skills with a relationship-focused approach
  • Commercial awareness balanced with ethical, patient-first care
🌟 Why This Role Stands Out:
  • Opportunity to take ownership of a brand-new surgery
  • Genuine chance to build a private book with full support
  • Strong marketing investment generating consistent new patient leads
  • Supportive, experienced team and well-run practice environment
  • Long-term potential for growth, stability, and increased earnings
  • A role focused on quality and sustainability—not high-volume pressure
📩 If you are an ambitious Associate Dentist looking to build a strong private portfolio within a supportive and forward-thinking practice, we would love to speak with you. Apply now to discuss this opportunity further.

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