Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the smooth running of a 5 star, 5 chair private dental practice. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to drive financial growth while maintaining clinical and service excellence. A competitive base salary plus performance-related bonus scheme is offered.
This is a leadership role focused on execution, consistency, and growth, enabling the Practice Owner to concentrate on strategy.
About the role
This is a senior leadership position, working closely with the Practice Owner. You will:
* Lead the team day-to-day, ensuring consistent standards across all areas.
* Drive diary growth and maximise chair utilisation.
* Monitor key performance indicators and deliver financial targets.
* Support marketing and patient journey initiatives to attract and retain patients.
* Ensure practice policies and compliance standards are followed.
What we're looking for
* Proven management experience in healthcare, hospitality, retail, or dental practice.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
* Commercial awareness and financial acumen.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* A track record of improving performance and driving results.
* Formal management qualification (e.g. ILM Level 5, CMI Diploma, business management degree).
(Dental or healthcare background is desirable but not essential for the right candidate.)
Rewards & Benefits
* Competitive base salary: £35,000–£45,000 base salary depending on experience.
* Performance-related bonus scheme, linked to:
Revenue growth against agreed targets.
Chair utilisation.
Patient experience measures (Google reviews, complaints handling).
* Pension scheme.
This role is for an initial 12 month term with scope for a permanent position thereafter. Please send your CV to with a short covering letter outlining your leadership and commercial experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person