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Job Opportunity: Dental Therapist, Direct Access (Part-time: Saturdays Only)
Location: Belfast area (multiple local practices available to match your commute)
Hours: Saturdays only initially, possibly extra days/hours in the future
Are you an experienced, confident, and passionate Dental Therapist looking for a flexible role with real development potential? We are recruiting for the Belfast area and can place you at a practice close to your travel preferences.
This role is also appropriate for dentists aiming to complete the ORE who want UK clinical experience while they prepare.
Key Details (Please Read)
* Role: Dental Therapist: Direct Access
* Working pattern: Part-time: Saturdays only to start (potential to increase hours/days later)
* Minimum experience: Minimum 7 years post-graduation clinical experience required (preferably with experience across NHS and private settings)
* Registration: Current GDC registration as a Dental Therapist
* Direct Access competency: Adequately trained and competent to operate under Direct Access regulations
* Certificate of Sponsorship (COS): Available for the right candidate
Your Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality dental hygiene and direct access therapy services to NHS and private patients.
* Provide patient-centred preventive care, education, and treatment planning.
* Work collaboratively with dentists, dental nurses, treatment coordinators, and practice managers.
* Maintain accurate clinical records and adhere to infection prevention and cross-infection protocols.
* Work autonomously under Direct Access with clinical support and mentorship available.
Core Clinical Competencies (Desired/Expected)
Candidates should demonstrate confidence and proficiency in some or all of the following areas:
* Periodontics: Scaling, RSD, periodontal charting and maintenance
* Restorative support: Composite work, crown support polishing, minimally invasive approaches
* Preventive care: Fluoride applications, fissure sealants, risk-based patient education
* Paediatric dentistry: Behaviour management, preventive programmes
* Radiography: Imaging and interpretation within scope
* Digital dentistry: Intraoral scanning, digital charting, CAD/CAM familiarity (desirable)
* Orthodontic support: Impressions, fixed/removable appliance support
* Aesthetic work: Shade matching, whitening protocols, cosmetic polishing
* Endodontic / Prosthodontic support: Assisting and adjustments as required
* Oral surgery support: Simple extraction support and suturing experience are beneficial
Technical & Professional Skills
* Excellent manual dexterity, indirect-vision proficiency, and fine motor control
* Strong infection control and cross-infection prevention practice
* Accurate, compliant, and timely clinical documentation
* Effective time management and treatment prioritisationEthical decision making, safeguarding awareness, and confidentiality compliance
Faculty-Assessment/Benchmarked Skills
You should be able to demonstrate competency in:
* Clinical judgement and reasoning
* Technical precision and finishing quality
* Patient communication, informed consent and education
* Outcome evaluation, professional reflection and audit compliance
* Record standardisation and procedural governance
What We Offer
* Saturdays-only part‑time role to start, with scope to grow hours/days and responsibilities.
* Multiple Belfast practices to choose from, we’ll match location to your commute.
* Modern, well‑equipped clinics and digital systems.
* Full induction, mentorship, and CPD support.
* A varied caseload of NHS and private patients.
* Career progression opportunities and the chance to specialise.
* Certificate of Sponsorship, where applicable.
Why Join Us?
We’re a forward‑thinking dental organisation focused on clinical excellence, supportive mentorship, and a positive workplace culture. If you value autonomy within a team that invests in development and well‑being, this is a great fit. Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV.
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