Overview
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Base pay and incentives
Associate Dentist - £20,000 Golden Hello
Deepdale Dental Care - Deepdale, Preston
Your Career Starts Here! Deepdale Dental Care is delighted to offer an Associate Dentist - £20,000 Golden Hello in Deepdale, Preston. NHS Performer Number Required. Your Career Starts Here! Deepdale Dental Care is delighted to offer a £20,000 Welcome Bonus to dentists joining our forward-thinking practice in Preston. This incentive is part of the NHS Dental Recruitment Incentive Scheme, a “Golden Hello” bonus designed to attract dentists to underserved areas. Payments are phased over three years:
* Year 1: £10,000
* Year 2: £5,000
* Year 3: £5,000
For full details on eligibility and how the scheme works, please refer to NHS England’s Dental Recruitment Incentive Scheme guidance.
Why join Deepdale Dental Care?
* £20,000 Golden Hello - a powerful head start to your new role
* Private Growth - supported by strategic marketing to expand your portfolio
* Work-Life Balance - enjoy a flexible 4-day week tailored to your lifestyle
* Modern Facilities - six fully equipped surgeries featuring digital X-rays, intra-oral scanners, and rotary endo systems
* Comprehensive Support - backed by qualified dental nurses, therapists, practice managers, and principal dentists to support your success
About Smart Dental Care
By joining Deepdale Dental Care, you become part of the Smart Dental Care Group, a prominent provider of NHS and private dentistry with over 100 surgeries across 35 practices in the North West of England and Ireland. This network offers robust clinical support, peer collaboration, and exciting opportunities for professional progression.
Your Role
* Deliver exceptional NHS dental care (approx. 90% NHS focus)
* Build and enhance your private treatment offerings
* Operate within a structured, efficient diary system tailored to maximise productivity and earnings
Who We’re Looking For
* GDC-registered dentist with high clinical standards
* Must possess a current NHS Performer Number
* Experienced in NHS dentistry and passionate about patient care
* Ambitious, ethical, and deeply motivated to grow professionally
Employer information
This Is More Than a Job - It’s Your Future. If you’re ready to elevate your career, grow your income, and benefit from a £20,000 welcome bonus, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for a Private and Confidential chat regarding the role.
Quick Reference Link: More about the NHS’s £20,000 Golden Hello incentive: NHS England’s Dental Recruitment Incentive Scheme guidance.
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