Job Description

About the Opportunity

This role offers qualified dentists the chance to build a long-term career within one of Scotland’s fastest-growing dental groups. With practices spread across urban and rural locations, the organisation supports both UK-based and international dentists at different stages of their professional journey.

For eligible overseas candidates, UK visa sponsorship is available, alongside relocation and settlement support to help you transition smoothly into working and living in Scotland.

Practice Locations

Opportunities are currently available across the following areas:

• Glasgow
• Dundee
• Fife
• Highlands
• Dumfries
• Argyll & Bute
• Placement will be discussed based on experience, preference, and service needs.

Salary & Contract

• Earnings are dependent on experience, qualifications, and contract structure
• Competitive associate arrangements available
• Both NHS and mixed practice exposure may be offered
• Employment terms follow UK standards and regulations
   https://www.gov.uk/employment-contracts-and-conditions
• Working Hours
• Full-time roles available
• Part-time arrangements may be considered
• Exact working patterns to be confirmed at practice level

What’s On Offer

Relocation & International Support

• Visa sponsorship for qualifying international candidates
• Relocation and welcome bonuses
• Assistance with accommodation and local settlement
• Support meeting Skilled Worker visa requirements
   https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Career Development

• Clear progression pathways within a growing dental group
• Opportunities to develop special interests or clinical focus areas
• Support for NHS-related training where applicable

Your Role as an Associate Dentist

In this position, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-focused dental care while working within a supportive and professional clinical environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Examining patients and diagnosing oral health conditions
• Carrying out dental X-rays and clinical assessments
• Delivering treatment plans aligned with best clinical practice
• Providing restorative and cosmetic dentistry where required
• Prescribing medication appropriately
• Educating patients on oral hygiene and preventative care
• Maintaining high standards of infection control and patient safety
• All clinical activity must meet UK healthcare and safety regulations:

Who We’re Looking For

Essential Criteria

• Recognised degree in Dentistry
• Registered with, or eligible to register with, the General Dental Council (GDC)
• Strong professional communication skills in English
• Commitment to patient care, teamwork, and clinical standards

For International Applicants

English language ability meeting UK Home Office standards
 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-english-language

Willingness to undertake mentoring or VTE pathways if required

Eligibility to work under UK immigration regulations

Applicant Pathways Considered

Applications are welcomed from dentists across multiple registration routes, including:

• EU-qualified dentists with existing GDC registration
• EU-qualified dentists requiring GDC registration
• Overseas dentists with UK experience and GDC registration
• Overseas dentists requiring VTE mentoring (12 months)
• Each pathway will be assessed individually to ensure regulatory compliance and appropriate clinical support.

Equality & Ethical Recruitment

Skills Provision is committed to fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics.

Our recruitment practices align with UK equality legislation