Self-Employed Dental Hygienist/Dental Therapist
Location:
Keast Mews Dental Centre - Saltash Cornwall
About Smile Together
Escape the ordinary and experience the exceptional in Cornwall – one of the UK’s most beautiful and inspiring places to live and work.
At Smile Together, we’re 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 You’ll 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.
* Take and interpret radiographs within scope.
* Place temporary dressings, re‑cement crowns, and carry out emergency care as needed.
What You’ll 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.
Why Choose Smile Together?
* We’re expanding our services, with multiple’ opportunities across three locations– two private‑only practices offering high‑quality patient‑led care, and one mixed NHS/private clinic supporting a broad range of patient needs.
* 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.
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