Devon LDC

  • Home
  • About the LDC
    • Committee
    • Meetings
  • Health Education England
  • Advice and support
    • Devon PASS
    • Personal support
    • Clinical audits
  • Referrals
  • Representation
  • Jobs
  • Contact us

Jobs

Below you will find details of jobs listed. Devon LDC cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of these listings, but we do help it is of use to both people looking for dentists, and those looking for work. If you have a position available and wish to place a notice here, please contact us with details of the position, practice/s location and contact information for any prospective applicants.


Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC

Dentist (Exeter)

Details of the role are available on the NHS website.


Fairfield House Dental Surgery (Exmouth)

We are looking for a caring, motivated Associate Dentist to join our well-established, 7-surgery dental practice in a beautiful seaside town in Devon. This is a part-time opportunity — ideal for someone looking to complement their current schedule while enjoying a relaxed coastal setting.

Why Join Us?

  • Treat a longstanding, loyal patient list that is extremely well looked after
  • Friendly and professional team environment
  • Mixed NHS and private dentistry
  • Competitive UDA rate
  • High private earning potential

What We Offer:

  • Modern, well-equipped surgeries
  • Digital X-rays, rotary endo, and SOE (Exact) software
  • On-site hygienist and specialist support including implants
  • Supportive clinical and admin team
  • Excellent reputation in the local community
  • Located just minutes from the sea — enjoy a lunchtime walk on the beach!

What We’re Looking For:

  • GDC registered
  • Performer number essential
  • A personable and reliable clinician who values continuity of care
  • Committed to providing high-quality dentistry in a relaxed, patient-focused environment

Apply Now
Whether you are looking for a better work-life balance or a rewarding extra day of clinical practice, this is a rare opportunity to work with a fantastic patient base in a sought-after location.

Contact Dr Robert Mew on 07790 656299 or email practicemanager@fairfieldhousedental.co.uk

Dental Hygiene/Therapist Role

We are looking for a enthusiastic motivated Hygienist/Therapist to join our ever growing team to work in our ‘Perio Pod’ to motivate and maintain our lovely patients. We have a strong progressive team of 10 dentists and therapists who will refer patients but we would also like the applicant to be happy with taking direct access patients once trained. Examinations and fillings available for therapists with support.

  • Use your full scope of practice with support from helpful, supportive colleagues
  • Undergo training as may be required to develop your skills and abilities
  • Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR
  • A demonstrable commitment to professional development

Experience

  • Ideally experience of Exact clinical system but training available
  • Experience of Microsoft Office software
  • Excellent communication skills

We are looking for a candidate to start as soon as possible.

Contact Dr Robert Mew on 07790 656299 or email practicemanager@fairfieldhousedental.co.uk


mydentist (Bideford)

We currently have a full time vacancy for qualified dental nurse.

  • Monday to Friday 8.15am to 5.15pm.
  • One Saturday per month overtime opportunity.
  • This position is to ideally start 29.06.2026.

Contact: Donna Bell, Practice Manager, Northam-pm@mydentist.co.uk

Office: 01237476786


Diplomat Dental (Dawlish)

We are looking for dental hygienist/therapist and dental nurse.

Job Description (hygienist/therapist):

  • Dental Hygienist/Therapist wanted to join our family run, NHS practice.
  • We are looking for a part time, self employed, experienced Hygienist/Therapist to join our friendly team.
  • For more details please contact on 01626 863499
  • Job Type: Part-time preferably Wednesday and Thursday
  • Part-time hours: 7 per week

Job Description (dental nurse):

  • A new opportunity has become available for a Qualified Dental Nurse to join an independent, busy mixed practice located in Dawlish, Devon.
  • This is a Part time position, working 2-3 days between Monday – Friday(preferably Wednesday and Thursday)
  • Successful candidates will be responsible for the following:
  • Preparing the Surgery for Dental Treatment
  • Cleaning the Dental equipment
  • Taking Responsibility for Cross-Infection Standards
  • Talking to Patients about their dental treatment, appointments, charting and other dental patient records
  • Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order.
  • All candidates must be fully qualified and registered with the GDC. With UK experience.
  • Salary is dependent on experience and to be discussed further at interview stage.

Please contact us: diplomat.dental@nhs.net


Smile Dental Care (Plymouth)

Associate Dentist – Plymouth

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Dentist to join our busy, well-established practice in Plymouth—a vibrant waterfront city with excellent transport links and amenities.

What we offer:

  • High NHS demand with excellent private potential
  • Well-maintained, modern clinical environment
  • Supportive team with strong clinical leadership
  • Flexible working options available
  • Excellent earning potential

Why Plymouth?

Plymouth combines city living with coastal beauty, offering a lively social scene, strong infrastructure, and access to some of the UK’s most stunning natural landscapes.

Contact: opportunity@smiledentalcare.co.uk


Smile Dental Care (Paignton)

Associate Dentist – Paignton

We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Associate Dentist to join our well-established practice in the heart of Paignton, part of the beautiful English Riviera.

What we offer:

  • Mixed NHS and private opportunity
  • Established patient list with strong demand
  • Supportive and experienced clinical team
  • Mentorship available for dentists at any stage
  • Modern, well-equipped surgeries
  • Opportunities for private growth and development

Why Paignton?

Paignton offers an exceptional quality of life with stunning coastal views, a relaxed pace, and a welcoming community—ideal for clinicians looking to balance career and lifestyle.

Contact: opportunity@smiledentalcare.co.uk


Dunedin Dental Clinic (Wellington)

Associate Dentist – Established List | Private & Denplan Focus | 2 Days | Immediate Start

Wellington, Somerset
Part-time – 2 days per week (9am–5pm)
Immediate start available

Join a friendly, well-established practice with a fully inherited patient list – earn from
day one.

Strong mix of Private, Denplan, and a small, manageable NHS contract.
Part-time role (2 days/week) in a supportive, low-stress environment.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and patient-focused Associate Dentist to join our well-
established, single-surgery practice in Wellington.

You will take over a busy, loyal patient list, offering both stability and excellent earning
potential from the outset, with further opportunity to grow private income.

What We Offer

  • Competitive UDA rate with achievable targets and no pressure to overperform
  • 45% private split with strong demand and excellent earning potential
  • Large, stable Denplan patient base providing consistent monthly income
  • Small, manageable NHS contract
  • 50% lab fee split
  • Fully established list – earn from day one

About the Practice

  • Independent, privately owned group (4 practices across the Southwest)
  • Small, single-surgery clinic with a personal, patient-focused approach
  • Fully computerised with digital x-rays
  • Strong local reputation and loyal patient base
  • Located in Wellington town centre with easy access to the M5

Who We’re Looking For

  • GDC registered dentist
  • Active NHS performer number
  • Indemnity insurance in place
  • DBS and compliance checks completed
  • A clinician who values quality care, continuity, and patient relationships
  • Apply Now – Send your CV and a short cover note to: operations@dunedinclinic.co.uk

SpaDental (Saltash and Plymouth)

We have a part time NHS vacancy across our Plymouth and Saltash practices.

Pay: £500.00-£3,000.00 per day

Job Description

We invite applications from candidates for a part-time self-employed position as an Associate Dentist to work at our practices four days per week in Plymouth and Saltash.

Join SpaDental to enjoy working in our friendly local mixed practices, in Plymouth and Saltash, providing NHS work with a small amount of private potential. Focus on the job you love as the experienced management team handles the back of house business. Feel confident with the personal support SpaDental provides.

SpaDental believes in establishing long term relationships not only with patients, but also with staff.
If you are relatively new to the profession, the SpaDental team will support your development as you hone your expertise in general dentistry.

If you are an experienced dentists we value the expertise you bring to patient treatment and appreciate the benefit your knowledge brings to the team.

SpaDental offers a competitive package of pay and benefits. Moreover we do our best to accommodate individual needs and requests, which we encourage you to discuss at interview.

All applicants must have, or be willing to obtain:

  • GDC registration.
  • A licence to work in the UK.
  • A valid UK performer number.
  • Proof of up-to-date Hepatitis B and other routine vaccinations.
  • A valid DBS check.
  • Appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
  • A desire to be integral to the growth and development of the practice.

Our preferred candidate will be integral to the growth and development of the practice. Starting date and working hours to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Dental bonus incentive:

  • Dental recruitment incentive scheme
  • Bonus payment of 80% of FTE (£20,000) to reflect part time position.
  • Bonus payable over a 3 year period.

For more information on the incentive scheme see: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/dental-recruitment-incentive-scheme-2024-25/

SpaDental has been supporting independent dental practices for over ten years.

Each SpaDental practice celebrates its own unique character, ethos and patient profile. Yet each practice also benefits from the professional support and guidance offered by the SpaDental Group Head Office. This means our dentists and dental staff can dedicate themselves to the work they trained for.

  • Job Type: Part-time
  • Benefits: Company events
  • Ability to commute/relocate: Plymouth PL3 4RJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
  • Education: Bachelor’s (required)
  • Experience: Dentistry – 1 year (preferred)
  • Licence/Certification: GDC Registration (required)
  • Work Location: In person

Contact: ​Leah Shepherd, Practice Manager, SpaDental Southwest via email: leah.shepherd@spadental.co.uk


Chulmleigh Dental Practice

We have space for an associate dentist:

  • Flexible start date
  • Days available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: could work 2 or three days
  • Working hours 9-1pm, 2-5.45
  • 3,000 UDA’s available
  • £17.83 per UDA
  • 50% private split
  • 50% lab split
  • You would be seeing established patients of the practice or those whose initial treatment has been completed by our FD.
  • Mixed practice, NHS, fee per item and Denplan
  • 4 surgeries
  • Exact software
  • Digital x-rays, Medit scanner
  • On site parking
  • Long established independent practice. FD practice for the last 20 years.
  • Part-time hygienist and full-time dental therapist as part of the team

Contact: chulmleigh.dental.practice@gmail.com


Dental Therapist / Dental Hygienist (Axminster)

Axminster Dental Practice, Devon, EX13 5HU
Full-time or Part-time considered

Axminster Dental Practice is looking for a motivated and caring Dental Therapist or Dental Hygienist to join our friendly, patient-focused team.

We are a well-established mixed practice with a strong reputation for high-quality dentistry and excellent patient care. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a loyal patient base.

About the Role

• Providing high-quality preventive and periodontal care
• Working collaboratively with dentists, nurses, and reception team
• Educating and motivating patients to maintain excellent oral health
• Primarily private hygiene appointments but can create an NHS therapy list if required.

What We’re Looking For

• GDC-registered Dental Therapist or Dental Hygienist
• Friendly, professional, and patient-centred approach
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Newly qualified applicants welcome

What We Offer

• Modern, well-equipped surgeries
• Supportive and experienced clinical team
• Competitive rate of pay (£14 per UDA and 40% of private)
• Flexible working hours to suit your availability
• Established patient list

Location

Axminster is a charming market town with excellent transport links and easy access to the Jurassic Coast, making it a great place to work and live.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about delivering high standards of oral healthcare and would like to join our team, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a brief covering note to timmichaelhodges@yahoo.com

For an informal chat, contact 07865063494


Bicton Place Dental (Exmouth)

We’re looking for a private associate dentist who is committed to thoughtful patient-centred dentistry to join our independent practice for 2–3 days per week.

This role would suit someone who genuinely cares about patients, enjoys being part of a supportive team, and wants to deliver excellent dentistry in an ethical way.

Further details about the role can be found here:
https://uk.indeed.com/job/associate-dentist-near-exeter-2ab18c186d75dcc3

Please email oskar.mason@bictondental.co.uk if you would like to find out more.


Associate Dentist for an established list of patients (Honiton)

Honiton Dental Centre is a well-established independent family run practice, located just off the high street in the busy market town. Within 30 minutes of Exeter and less than 2 mins walk from the train station, and a car park opposite the practice.

The position is Full-time, Monday to Friday (no weekends or bank Holidays), or days to suit with a flexible UDA target. All private treatments are paid at 50%.

Our practice uses SOE Exact software, and is equipped with digital x-rays including digital OPG. All our Surgeries have Air Conditioning and natural light.

We provide high quality patient care, in a safe, relaxed, friendly environment. We work as a team with the aim of enhancing the patient experience, through our dental care, constantly developing and gaining knowledge, both individually and as a team for the benefit of our patients as a whole and for the practice. We aim to do our best to make everyone feel welcome and relaxed, everyone is treated with kindness, courtesy and patience, listening and responding to individual needs.

To apply or for more information please contact us 01404 548276 or email honiton38@hotmail.co.uk


Dentist Opportunity – Progressive, Patient-Focused Practice (North Plymouth)

https://leyparkdental.co.uk/

An exciting opportunity for a dentist to join our friendly family-owned independent practice in North Plymouth. The successful applicant will be taking over from a well-respected colleague who will soon be relocating with family to Wales.

After a refurbishment of the practice in late 2024, an extra surgery was added, giving an amazing opportunity for additional private work. The position available is up to 4 days with Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday currently available.

Our philosophy is based on providing the highest standard of patient centred care for the local community in a team focused environment.

We are a referral practice for endodontics and so any further interest in this area of dentistry can be developed with mentoring available. Most of the team in the practice have worked within the NHS for more than 10 years and are supportive and approachable.

Up to 4000 UDAs available based on a four-day week with time and significant scope for additional private care.

UDA rate £15.47 Private income 50/50 split. Lab Bills 50/50 split.

Our loyal team of superb support staff are all very friendly and you will have access to four exceptional therapists who work with us four times a week.

We have four surgeries, are fully computerised with digital radiographs and SOE software. We use the highest quality of materials and equipment, including rotary endo.

The opportunity has just arisen, and we are looking for the successful candidate to start in the new year.

We look forward to hearing from you. (hello@leyparkdental.co.uk)


Private Associate Dentist (Exeter)

Associate Dentist required at Private Practice in Exeter. Located in a leafy neighbourhood with lovely grounds, Our Practice is well established, with a stable pool of loyal, long standing patients in a warm and welcoming environment.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Dentist with a passion for aligners and advanced restorative dentistry who will complement our gentle and supportive team culture.

Our ideal candidate is someone who is willing to build a long term relationship with our patients. 

Requirements:

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Skilled in composite restorations
  • Experience with clear aligners or other orthodontics
  • A portfolio showcasing your restorative work
  • Warm, friendly chairside manner
  • Actively invested in continued postgraduate development

Position Details

  • Days: 2 days per week (flexible scheduling possible)
  • Contract: Self-employed Associate
  • Type: Fully private, established patient base

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short cover letter to:

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short cover letter to:
admin@dental397.com


Recent items

  • Making Tax Digital for Dentists
  • Understanding the NHS Pension Scheme
  • Clinical audit templates available from Devon LDC

Sign up for our emails

Sign up to our newsletter to hear about new CPD events from your LDC and to get all the latest updates from us.

We will never share your details.

Sign up here

Our latest updates

  • Making Tax Digital for Dentists
  • Understanding the NHS Pension Scheme
  • Clinical audit templates available from Devon LDC

Search

Useful sites

Department of Health
NHS England
BSA Dental Services
General Dental Council
Care Quality Commission
British Dental Association
LDC Conference
GDPUK

Copyright© 2026 · Devon Local Dental Committee · All rights reserved