Part-time or Full-time Associate Dentist,  Mixed (Private & NHS)

Bolton Road Dental Practice, Farnworth, BL4 8DB

Are you an experienced, motivated dentist seeking a rewarding full-time or part-time role within a supportive, progressive team?

Bolton Road Dental Practice in Farnworth is offering an exciting opportunity for a Mixed Associate Dentist to join our well-established, growing practice.

What You’ll Love About Working With Us

• Clinical Freedom: autonomy to treat patients your way
• Excellent Remuneration: £80,000-£120,000+ (role/experience dependent)
• Career Growth: including potential future Principal opportunities
• Supportive Team Culture: experienced Dental Nurses, Therapists, Practice Manager, and Principal support
• Friendly, modern practice with a strong professional reputation

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible full-time or part-time working pattern
• Full clinical independence
• Free parking & excellent transport connections
• Strong support from a large, experienced dental network
• A positive workplace where your expertise is valued and supported

Excellent Clinical & Private Opportunity

• Established and loyal NHS & Private patient base
• Excellent potential for private treatments in a high-demand area
• Modern 5-surgery practice with strong patient flow
• Supportive, collaborative clinical environment

We’re Looking For

• GDC Registered Dentist (Performer Number preferred)
• 2-3 years’ experience in general dentistry
• A passion for high-quality, patient-centred care
• A positive, team-focused attitude

Desirable (Not Essential) Skills

• Composite Bonding, Veneers & Crown Work
• Invisalign/Clear Aligner treatments
• Cosmetic Dentistry
• Implantology or Endodontics

State-of-the-Art Equipment

Work with high-quality, modern equipment designed to support efficient and comfortable dentistry, including:

• Digital X-rays
• Rotary endodontics
• Intraoral cameras
• Modern, fully equipped surgeries
• Access to upgraded materials and digital workflows

This allows you to deliver high-quality care with confidence, precision, and efficiency.

NHS Contract Changes & Practice Investment (April 2026 Update)

With the ongoing April 2026 NHS dentistry contract developments, there is a continued shift toward prevention, patient management, and improved support for mixed NHS and private delivery models.

At Bolton Road Dental Practice, we are proactively investing in these changes by strengthening:

• Smarter patient flow and diary management systems
• Improved support for higher-needs NHS patient care within a mixed practice structure
• Enhanced clinical support to help associates balance NHS stability with private growth
• Improved patient journey systems to support case acceptance and treatment planning

Alongside this, we are actively investing in technology, systems, and team structure to ensure clinicians are fully supported to maximise both NHS and private opportunities in a sustainable way.

Part of a Larger, Supportive Dental Network

Joining Bolton Road Dental Practice means becoming part of a group spanning 100+ surgeries across 35 established practices.

This provides:

• Shared clinical knowledge and peer support
• Opportunities for mentoring, training, and multi-clinic collaboration
• Strong clinical governance and compliance support
• Clear career development pathways across the wider organisation

You will benefit from the independence of a local practice with the stability of a large, experienced network behind you.

Location & Practice Benefits

• Free onsite staff parking, excellent transport links across Greater Manchester, easy access from Manchester, Bolton, Salford, Worsley, Swinton & Eccles and nearby Farnworth & Kearsley train stations

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