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Dental Compliance Lead
Location: Northern Ireland Dental Practices
Employment Type: Part-Time (2-3 days/week) or Self‑Employed Consultant / Partner
About The Role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Dental Compliance Lead to deliver consistent, high-quality clinical and corporate compliance across our Northern Ireland dental practices. You will unify fragmented compliance systems, lead strategic improvements, and embed a strong culture of quality and governance.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing compliance activities across all practices in the region.
You may join us as:
* A part-time employee (e.g. 2-3 days per week, 16hours per week)
* A self-employed dental compliance consultant, partnering with us on a flexible basis
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and oversee a centralised compliance programme, including:
o Regulation 26 bi-annual inspections for all practices
o Quarterly spot checks and full internal audits
o Update and align the Statement of Best Working (SOBW) for Northern Ireland
* Lead on RQIA compliance:
o Communicate updates and changes to all practice managers
o Support and prepare practices for RQIA inspections
* Provide training and development for managers in compliance and auditing practices
* Deliver regular compliance performance reviews and reports to the Operations Manager
* Conduct unannounced practice visits and implement improvement plans where required
Candidate Requirements
* Experience in healthcare service delivery, preferably within the dental sector
* Strong knowledge of RQIA regulations, registration processes, and clinical governance
* Familiarity with GDPR, data protection, and professional dental standards
* Understanding of corporate governance in a medium-sized organisation
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage staff, and drive change
* Confident in producing and delivering reports to senior stakeholders
Preferred Skills & Attributes
* Experience with compliance software such as iComply, Dental Compliance Made Easy, or SOBW
* GDC registration (where applicable) and a valid UK driving licence
* Experience conducting unannounced inspections and implementing corrective actions
What We Offer
* Flexible work arrangements, choose part-time employment or a self-employed consultancy model
* An opportunity to shape and lead the compliance function across a growing group of Northern Ireland practices
* A collaborative, supportive working environment with senior clinical and operations teams
* Competitive remuneration (pro-rata salary or day-rate consultancy)
* Home-based flexibility with scheduled visits to practices
Interested in helping drive excellence in dental compliance across Northern Ireland?
We would love to hear from you. 'Apply' now to discuss how you could join or partner with us, or email Rosanna.roddy@smartdentalcare.co.uk for further information.
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