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Dental Hygiene Therapist
Smile Together
North East England
GBP 0 - 56,160 per year
Dental Therapist
Job summary About Smile Together Escape the ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall one of the UKs most beautiful and inspiring places to live an...
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Dental Hygiene Therapist
Smile Together
North East England
GBP 0 - 56,160 per year
Dental Therapist
Job summary About Smile Together Escape the ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall one of the UKs most beautiful and inspiring places to live an...
14 day(s) ago
Dental Nurse
Smile Together
Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area, South West England
GBP 29,120 - 30,680 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Were Hiring a full or part time Dental Nurses Location: Quayside Dental Centre, Quayside House, Quay Street, Gloucester, GL1 2TZ Salary: Competitiv…
1 month(s) ago
Dental Nurse
Smile Together
Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area, South West England
GBP 29,120 - 30,680 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Were Hiring a full or part time Dental Nurses Location: Quayside Dental Centre, Quayside House, Quay Street, Gloucester, GL1 2TZ Salary: Competitiv…
1 month(s) ago
Posted 14 day(s) ago
Reference: 2350864
Job summary
About Smile Together
Escape the ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall one of the UKs most beautiful and inspiring places to live and work.
At Smile Together, were redefining dentistry. As a certified B Corp and employee-owned Community Interest Company (CIC), we combine clinical excellence with social purpose, investing profits back into services, our people, and the communities we serve.
Are you a clinician who is compassionate, community-minded, and motivated to make a positive impact? Then this role is for you.
What Youll Bring
- Recognised qualification in Dental Hygiene and Therapy (Diploma or BSc), or a Dental Hygiene qualification for those applying for a hygiene-only role.
- Current registration with the General Dental Council (without conditions).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate, patient-centred approach.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- A genuine enthusiasm for improving oral health access in Cornwall.
Main duties of the job
What Youll Be Doing
Deliver high-quality preventive, periodontal, and restorative care (if applicable) to a diverse patient population.
Work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to reducing oral health inequalities and improving long-term oral health across Cornwall.
Undertake oral health assessments, including periodontal charting and risk assessment.
Provide thorough scale and polish treatments and non-surgical periodontal therapy
Deliver personalised preventive and oral hygiene advice tailored to individual needs.
Apply fluoride varnish and fissure sealants as appropriate.
Additional responsibilities for a Therapist
- Carry out paediatric preventive and restorative dentistry, including stainless steel crowns on primary teeth (Hall technique where appropriate).
- Extract primary teeth where clinically indicated.
Provide direct-access assessments, hygiene and periodontal treatments and restorations for adults within GDC scope of practice.
About us
Why Choose Smile Together
Were expanding our services, with multiple opportunities across two locations practices offering high-quality patient-led care, supporting a broad range of patient needs.
Modern, purpose-built surgeries equipped with the latest dental technology.
Modern, purpose-built surgeries equipped with the latest dental technology.
The chance to work within a B Corp certified, employee owned social enterprise with strong values and a commitment to social impact.
A supportive, inclusive workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing and professional fulfilment.
Competitive remuneration package
Flexible working options and a healthy work-life balance.
Access to ongoing CPD, training and development opportunities.
Sound Exciting?
Heres How to Apply: Please send a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter to [email protected] or if you want a discussion about the role and the business please feel free to call 07355090789.
*Conditions apply.
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
Details
Date posted
18 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£56,160 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
P0017-26-0066
Job locations
Harleigh Road
Bodmin
PL311AH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Deliver routine hygiene services, including scale and polish and non-surgical periodontal therapy, as part of ongoing patient care.
Work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to reducing oral health inequalities and improving long-term oral health outcomes.
Undertake comprehensive oral health assessments, including periodontal charting, caries risk assessment, and treatment planning in line with NHS care pathways.
Provide personalised preventive care and oral hygiene instruction, tailored to individual patient needs and risk factors.
Apply fluoride varnish and fissure sealants where clinically appropriate.
Carry out paediatric preventive and restorative dentistry, including stainless steel crowns on primary teeth (Hall technique where appropriate).
Extract primary teeth where clinically indicated and within scope.
Provide direct-access assessments, hygiene, periodontal treatments, and restorations for adults, in line with GDC scope of practice and NHS contract requirements.
Take and interpret radiographs within scope and local protocols.
Provide elements of urgent and stabilisation care, including temporary dressings, re-cementing crowns, and supporting emergency appointments as required.
Work within agreed NHS contractual and governance arrangements, with administrative and clinical support to ensure appropriate claim submission and record-keeping.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Deliver routine hygiene services, including scale and polish and non-surgical periodontal therapy, as part of ongoing patient care.
Work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to reducing oral health inequalities and improving long-term oral health outcomes.
Undertake comprehensive oral health assessments, including periodontal charting, caries risk assessment, and treatment planning in line with NHS care pathways.
Provide personalised preventive care and oral hygiene instruction, tailored to individual patient needs and risk factors.
Apply fluoride varnish and fissure sealants where clinically appropriate.
Carry out paediatric preventive and restorative dentistry, including stainless steel crowns on primary teeth (Hall technique where appropriate).
Extract primary teeth where clinically indicated and within scope.
Provide direct-access assessments, hygiene, periodontal treatments, and restorations for adults, in line with GDC scope of practice and NHS contract requirements.
Take and interpret radiographs within scope and local protocols.
Provide elements of urgent and stabilisation care, including temporary dressings, re-cementing crowns, and supporting emergency appointments as required.
Work within agreed NHS contractual and governance arrangements, with administrative and clinical support to ensure appropriate claim submission and record-keeping.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competency in the full scope of practice as a Dental Hygienist acquired through training and clinical experience, including for example:
- Provide oral hygiene instructions, advice and smoking cessation advice
- Take full medical and dental histories
- Carry out full dental examinations
- Carry out periodontal examinations, including 6-point pocket charts, plaque, recession and bleeding indices
- Monitor the progression of periodontal disease
- Plan and carry out the treatment of periodontal diseases, including supragingival and subgingival scaling, root-surface debridement and polishing, using manual or ultrasonic instruments
- Prescribe, take and interpret radiographs (acting as operator, practitioner and referrer under the IRR99 and IR(ME)R regulations)
- Provide preventative treatment for caries, such as application of topical fluoride and fissure sealants
- Adjust overhangs and tooth surfaces interfering with periodontal treatment
- Place temporary fillings
- Replace crowns or fixed prostheses with a temporary cement
- Take impressions
- Place a rubber dam, when necessary for treatment
- Carry out oral cancer screening, including identifying abnormal anatomy and pathological signs and symptoms
- Provide periodontal care around implants
- Refer to and liaise with other DCPs
Desirable
- Experience in treating a range of oral conditions in various primary healthcare dental settings
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of Dental Hygiene
- Full registration with the General Dental Council without conditions
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of systems of care provision and current health and safety regulations including adherence to COSHH guidelines and ionising radiation regulations
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act/General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and NHS Confidentiality Guidelines (e.g. Caldicott) and their implications
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competency in the full scope of practice as a Dental Hygienist acquired through training and clinical experience, including for example:
- Provide oral hygiene instructions, advice and smoking cessation advice
- Take full medical and dental histories
- Carry out full dental examinations
- Carry out periodontal examinations, including 6-point pocket charts, plaque, recession and bleeding indices
- Monitor the progression of periodontal disease
- Plan and carry out the treatment of periodontal diseases, including supragingival and subgingival scaling, root-surface debridement and polishing, using manual or ultrasonic instruments
- Prescribe, take and interpret radiographs (acting as operator, practitioner and referrer under the IRR99 and IR(ME)R regulations)
- Provide preventative treatment for caries, such as application of topical fluoride and fissure sealants
- Adjust overhangs and tooth surfaces interfering with periodontal treatment
- Place temporary fillings
- Replace crowns or fixed prostheses with a temporary cement
- Take impressions
- Place a rubber dam, when necessary for treatment
- Carry out oral cancer screening, including identifying abnormal anatomy and pathological signs and symptoms
- Provide periodontal care around implants
- Refer to and liaise with other DCPs
Desirable
- Experience in treating a range of oral conditions in various primary healthcare dental settings
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma of Dental Hygiene
- Full registration with the General Dental Council without conditions
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of systems of care provision and current health and safety regulations including adherence to COSHH guidelines and ionising radiation regulations
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act/General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and NHS Confidentiality Guidelines (e.g. Caldicott) and their implications
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Smile Together
Address
Harleigh Road
Bodmin
PL311AH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Smile Together
Address
Harleigh Road
Bodmin
PL311AH
United Kingdom
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Posted 1 month(s) ago
Reference: P0017-26-0062
Job summary
Were Hiring a full or part time Dental Nurses
Location:Quayside Dental Centre, Quayside House, Quay Street, Gloucester, GL1 2TZ
Salary:Competitive Salary as part of our Innovative Dental Nurse Career Pathway: From £ 29120.00* per annum, pro rata
Our career pathway is designed to support professional development and reward additional qualifications, skills and experience, giving nurses the opportunity to progress within the salary range as they develop their careers with us.
Salary levels are discussed during interviews and are based on your qualifications and experience.
About the role:
Join Smile Together, a growing, forward-thinking dental company, as we expand into Gloucester with a brand-new, purpose-built clinic designed to improve access to NHS dentistry for the local community. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new clinic from the very beginning.
Innovative Dental Nurse Career Pathway:
Grow and develop within a supportive environment where you can pursue special interests, gain qualifications, and even care for your own list of patients in nurse-led clinics. Additional qualifications include Radiography, IHS/IV Sedation, Fluoride Varnish and Oral Health Education.
Main duties of the job
What Youll Do
- Provide high-quality clinical support to our dentists and therapists while helping deliver exceptional patient care
- Maintain high standards of infection control and ensure surgeries are prepared and cleaned efficiently.
- Support the delivery of emergency and routine care, including special care and paediatric sessions.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering care across practice and community settings.
- Engage with patients compassionately, helping to reduce anxiety and ensure they feel welcomed and supported.
- Assist with administrative tasks including record-keeping, stock control, and patient preparation.
What Were Looking For:
- GDC-registered Dental Nurse.
- A friendly, positive, and professional attitude with a passion for patient care.
- Strong teamwork skills and the ability to adapt within a dynamic clinical environment.
- Commitment to ongoing development and maintaining high clinical standards.
- Enthusiasm for Smile Togethers mission of improving oral health and reducing inequalities within local communities
About us
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)
- employee-owned, giving our team a voice within the business
From reducing our environmental toothprint through sustainable practices to improving access to dental care within local communities, our mission goes beyond dentistry we change lives, and wed love you to be part of that.
Paid Indemnity & GDC Registration:
Weve got you covered so you can focus on your career.
Workforce Benefits Package:
Occupational pension scheme, 27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), National Living Wage Employer, and an extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday!
Smile+ Employee Benefits Platform
Enjoy access to our Smile+ employee benefits platform, bringing together exclusive employee discounts, health and wellbeing resources, financial wellbeing support, recognition tools and a range of benefits designed to support you both at work and beyond.
Health Cash Plan
Access a comprehensive Health Cash Plan through Westfield Health, helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare while providing access to a wide range of health and wellbeing services, from optical and dental care to GP support, diagnostic tests and wellbeing resources.
Details
Date posted
20 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£29,120 to £30,680 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
P0017-26-0062
Job locations
Quayside Dental Centre
Quayside House
Quay Street
Gloucester
gl12tz
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
To provide clinical support to dentists and therapists, ensuring the effective and safe delivery of high-quality dental care. The role also involves maintaining compliance with professional and regulatory standards while supporting efficient practice operations.
Travel to provide cover at other clinical locations within Smile Together will be required on occasions.
Key accountabilities
Working in Accordance with GDC Dental Standards and CQC Regulations
As a General Dental Council (GDC) registered professional, the post holder must:
Adhere to GDC Standards for the Dental Team, ensuring ethical and effective patient care.
Maintain full GDC registration without conditions.
Uphold clinical governance, infection control (HTM 01-05), and professional conduct standards.
Commitment to Patient Experience
Recognise and demonstrate an understanding of the different journey a patient will experience depending on their treatment needs and the service being provided to them
Provide clear, professional communication to patients about their treatment.
Adapt care to individual patient needs, ensuring a supportive clinical environment.
Provide support and reassurance to patients undergoing dental procedures
Maintain strict patient confidentiality in line with GDPR, GDC, and NHS regulations.
Ensure secure handling and accurate recording of patient data.
Prevent unauthorised access to patient information, adhering to information governance policies.
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide chairside assistance and anticipate clinician needs. Assist the dentist during clinical procedures and make independent judgments with regard to equipment, instruments and materials
Provide clinical support for clinicians within a surgery setting, and give appropriate pre-treatment and post-treatment advice to patients
Maintain infection control and follow HTM 01-05 guidance.
Assist in managing medical emergencies and follow safety protocols.
Monitor and maintain clinical stock control.
Accurately record patient data, filing and archiving patient records
Support clinical and professional support colleagues in service improvement and organisational change and development
Reception & Patient Support
Provide reception cover when required, ensuring accurate appointment booking and professional patient interactions.
Maintain accurate data entry while upholding confidentiality.
Training & Mentoring
Support the training of Foundation Dental Nurses and participate in the recruitment and onboarding of trainees.
Contribute to service improvement initiatives.
Compliance & Professional Development
Be responsible for safe working and practice on a day-to-day basis in sites of clinical activity, ensuring compliance with clinical governance and legislation, appropriate health, safety and security procedures within the work area, and reporting accidents, incidents and near misses using the Smile Together incident reporting procedure
Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) via the Smile Together Training Academy and Perform appraisal system.
Actively engage with Smile Together teams and participate in audit activities, planning and development sessions, and in-house meetings
Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by the Practice Managers and Smile Together Management Team
Professional Conduct & Organisational Commitment
Act as a positive ambassador for Smile Together, promoting its vision, mission, and values.
Support Smile Togethers social enterprise objectives, contributing to community oral health initiatives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
To provide clinical support to dentists and therapists, ensuring the effective and safe delivery of high-quality dental care. The role also involves maintaining compliance with professional and regulatory standards while supporting efficient practice operations.
Travel to provide cover at other clinical locations within Smile Together will be required on occasions.
Key accountabilities
Working in Accordance with GDC Dental Standards and CQC Regulations
As a General Dental Council (GDC) registered professional, the post holder must:
Adhere to GDC Standards for the Dental Team, ensuring ethical and effective patient care.
Maintain full GDC registration without conditions.
Uphold clinical governance, infection control (HTM 01-05), and professional conduct standards.
Commitment to Patient Experience
Recognise and demonstrate an understanding of the different journey a patient will experience depending on their treatment needs and the service being provided to them
Provide clear, professional communication to patients about their treatment.
Adapt care to individual patient needs, ensuring a supportive clinical environment.
Provide support and reassurance to patients undergoing dental procedures
Maintain strict patient confidentiality in line with GDPR, GDC, and NHS regulations.
Ensure secure handling and accurate recording of patient data.
Prevent unauthorised access to patient information, adhering to information governance policies.
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide chairside assistance and anticipate clinician needs. Assist the dentist during clinical procedures and make independent judgments with regard to equipment, instruments and materials
Provide clinical support for clinicians within a surgery setting, and give appropriate pre-treatment and post-treatment advice to patients
Maintain infection control and follow HTM 01-05 guidance.
Assist in managing medical emergencies and follow safety protocols.
Monitor and maintain clinical stock control.
Accurately record patient data, filing and archiving patient records
Support clinical and professional support colleagues in service improvement and organisational change and development
Reception & Patient Support
Provide reception cover when required, ensuring accurate appointment booking and professional patient interactions.
Maintain accurate data entry while upholding confidentiality.
Training & Mentoring
Support the training of Foundation Dental Nurses and participate in the recruitment and onboarding of trainees.
Contribute to service improvement initiatives.
Compliance & Professional Development
Be responsible for safe working and practice on a day-to-day basis in sites of clinical activity, ensuring compliance with clinical governance and legislation, appropriate health, safety and security procedures within the work area, and reporting accidents, incidents and near misses using the Smile Together incident reporting procedure
Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) via the Smile Together Training Academy and Perform appraisal system.
Actively engage with Smile Together teams and participate in audit activities, planning and development sessions, and in-house meetings
Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by the Practice Managers and Smile Together Management Team
Professional Conduct & Organisational Commitment
Act as a positive ambassador for Smile Together, promoting its vision, mission, and values.
Support Smile Togethers social enterprise objectives, contributing to community oral health initiatives.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Dental Nursing
- GDC Registered
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Dental Nursing
- GDC Registered
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Smile Together
Address
Quayside Dental Centre
Quayside House
Quay Street
Gloucester
gl12tz
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Smile Together
Address
Quayside Dental Centre
Quayside House
Quay Street
Gloucester
gl12tz
United Kingdom
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