Associate Dentist (Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Overview

An expanding dental organisation in Scotland is recruiting Associate Dentists to join practices across several regions. This opportunity is being coordinated by the international recruitment agency Skills Provision Ltd.

The dental group is experiencing significant growth and aims to become one of the leading providers of dental services in Scotland. Qualified dentists from the UK, Europe, and other international locations are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship may be available for eligible overseas applicants.

Practice Locations

Positions are available in the following regions of Scotland:

• Argyll & Bute
• Dumfries
• Highlands
• Dundee
• Glasgow
• Fife
• Applicants may be placed at one of these practices depending on availability and experience.
• Salary

Compensation will depend on:

• Professional experience
• Clinical qualifications
• Contractual arrangements
• Exact details will be discussed during the recruitment process.
• Working Hours

Working hours will be confirmed with the employing dental practice. Both full-time and part-time options may be considered.

Key Benefits

Successful candidates may receive:

• Visa sponsorship for international candidates
• Relocation assistance
• Accommodation support
• Welcome bonus depending on placement
• Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing dental group

Role Responsibilities

Associate Dentists joining the team will typically be responsible for:

• Assessing patients’ oral health through dental examinations
• Diagnosing dental conditions affecting teeth and gums
• Performing dental X-rays when clinically required
• Providing appropriate dental treatments and care plans
• Educating patients on preventive oral hygiene practices
• Prescribing medications where necessary
• Maintaining high clinical safety and hygiene standards
• Delivering restorative or cosmetic dental treatments where appropriate
• Dentists with specialist interests or advanced clinical skills may have opportunities to focus on particular areas of practice.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• A recognised dentistry degree
• Registration with the General Dental Council or eligibility to register
• Strong English language communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues
• Willingness to comply with workplace health and regulatory checks
• Openness to completing required NHS mentoring or training pathways if applicable

International Applicant Pathways

The employer can consider dentists in several categories, including:

• EU-trained dentists already registered with the GDC
• EU-trained dentists who still need GDC registration
• Overseas dentists who previously worked in the UK and hold GDC registration
• International dentists requiring VTE mentoring (Vocational Training by Equivalence) for approximately one year

Important Information for Overseas Applicants

Dentists planning to work in the UK must meet immigration, professional registration, and language requirements. Helpful official guidance is available from the UK government:

• UK Home Office visa guidance 
• Skilled Worker visa information 
• Dental professional registration with the GDC
• Proving English language ability for visas
• Working in healthcare in the UK 

Equal Opportunities

Skills Provision Ltd operates under an ethical recruitment policy. Applications are welcomed regardless of age, nationality, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation.