Associate Dentist

Company Description Space Dental is an award-winning cosmetic dental practice with locations in Wakefield, Sheffield, and Stockport, specializing in composite bonding, teeth straightening, dental implants, and whitening. With over 30,000 patients, Space Dental is recognized as one of the UK’s leading names in cosmetic dentistry, offering both advanced cosmetic and general dental care. The highly trained clinical team provides bespoke treatment plans using modern technology and industry-leading techniques. Services include composite bonding, dental implants, clear aligners, teeth whitening, and comprehensive general dentistry. Space Dental focuses on working closely with each patient to create healthy, confident smiles in a calm, welcoming environment, delivering honest advice and exceptional results.Role Description The Associate Dentist will provide high-quality dental care to patients, including cosmetic and general dentistry services such as examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, restorative procedures, implant maintenance, and orthodontic clear aligner treatments. Responsibilities include delivering patient-centered consultations, explaining treatment options clearly, obtaining informed consent, and maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation. The role involves collaborating with dental nurses and support staff, adhering to clinical governance and infection control standards, and staying current with best practices, technology, and regulatory requirements. The Associate Dentist will also support patient education on oral health, contribute to practice growth through excellent patient experiences, and participate in virtual consultations and follow-ups as needed. This is a full-time remote role, with clinical work and patient interaction delivered through tele-dentistry and digital platforms where appropriate.Qualifications Candidates should possess strong clinical skills in general dentistry, cosmetic procedures (such as composite bonding and whitening), and experience or interest in clear aligner therapy and dental implants.Candidates should possess skills in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and evidence-based decision-making, supported by thorough record-keeping and documentation.Candidates should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to explain complex treatment options clearly, build trust, and provide a calm, reassuring patient experience.Candidates should possess a commitment to clinical governance, infection prevention and control, regulatory compliance (GDC registration or equivalent), and adherence to ethical standards.Candidates should possess the ability to work effectively in a remote, technology-enabled environment, including familiarity with digital dental systems, tele-dentistry tools, and practice management software.Relevant qualifications include a recognized dental degree, current professional registration and license to practice in the UK, completion of foundation training or equivalent, and ongoing continuing professional development.Beneficial experience includes prior work in cosmetic dentistry, multi-site or group practice environments, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and a track record of delivering high patient satisfaction.