Careers at Smart Dental Care

Associate or Locum Dentist (Private & Mixed)
Location: Donaghadee, BT21
Daily Rate: £400–£450 (Locum) | Associate terms available
Start: Flexible
Hours: Part-time or Full-time, days and hours to suit your lifestyle

High Earnings | Flexible Hours | Excellent Work-Life Balance

Are you an Associate or Locum Dentist looking for a role that genuinely fits around your life, not the other way around?

Our modern dental clinic in Donaghadee (BT21) is looking for a motivated dentist to join our friendly, supportive team. Whether you’re seeking a few days per week or a full diary, we’re happy to design a schedule that works for you.

Why This Role Stands Out

Strong Private & Mixed Potential

• Established patient base with strong private demand

• Active digital marketing supporting patient growth

• Optional NHS element for clinicians who want stability alongside private work

Full Clinical Autonomy

• Freedom to choose materials, labs, and treatment approach

• No pressure selling, patient-centred care always comes first

Modern, Digital Practice

• 3 modern surgeries

• Trios 3 scanner

• OPG imaging

• Fully computerised workflows

• Strong Treatment Coordinator support for private treatment planning

Supportive, Collaborative Team

• Experienced dental nurses providing excellent chairside support

• Supportive and hands-on Practice Manager

• Opportunities for mentorship in areas such as:

  • Implants

  • Short-term orthodontics

  • Oral surgery

  • Aesthetic dentistry

• Well-managed clinical diaries designed to prevent burnout

A Practice Built Around Work-Life Balance

• Flexible working days and hours

• Part-time or full-time opportunities available

• Consistent patient demand with well-maintained appointment books

• Friendly team environment with low staff turnover

• A practice that actively invests in technology, CPD, and its clinicians

Why Donaghadee?

Located on the beautiful North Down coast, Donaghadee offers:

• A relaxed seaside lifestyle just 30 minutes from Belfast

• Scenic coastal walks and marina views

• A welcoming community with excellent cafés and restaurants

• Easy commuting and a high quality of life

Who We’d Love to Speak To

• GDC-registered Associate or Locum Dentist

• Comfortable with mixed dentistry

• Interest in restorative, aesthetic dentistry or orthodontics is an advantage

• A clinician who values quality care, teamwork, and work-life balance

Let’s Talk

This role is flexible by design, and we’re happy to shape the position around the right clinician.

If you’d like a confidential, no-pressure conversation, please get in touch to learn more about joining our team in Donaghadee (BT21). 'Apply' today!