Associate Dentist (Self-Employed)
Haugh Dental Care – Kilkeel, County Down
1 -2 days per week initially | Maternity Cover | Opportunity for Permanent Position
Haugh Dental Care is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and motivated Associate Dentist to join our friendly, family-owned practice. This position is available initially to provide maternity cover from October, with an excellent opportunity for the role to become a permanent position with the potential to increase to two days per week.
We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, patient-centred dentistry in a modern, welcoming environment and are looking for a clinician who shares our values.
About Haugh Dental Care
Haugh Dental Care is a well-established mixed NHS and private practice with an excellent reputation throughout County Down. We have been open since 1985. We have invested in modern technology to ensure our patients receive the highest standard of care, including:
- Digital radiography
- Intraoral scanner
- OPG and CBCT imaging
- Modern, fully equipped surgeries
- Experienced and supportive dental nursing team
- Friendly reception and management staff
- Strong referral network and growing and established private patient base
Our clinicians work in a supportive environment where clinical excellence, teamwork and patient care are at the heart of everything we do.
The Role
We are looking for an Associate Dentist to provide a full range of general dental care, including:
- NHS and private dentistry
- Comprehensive examinations and treatment planning
- Restorative dentistry
- Preventive and minimally invasive dentistry
- Managing a well-maintained patient list
This is an ideal opportunity for a dentist looking for flexibility while joining a progressive and supportive practice.
The Successful Candidate Will Have
- Full GDC registration
- Performer number (or eligibility to work within Health and Social Care Northern Ireland requirements)
- Professional indemnity
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A caring, patient-focused approach
- High clinical standards
- The ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- A commitment to continuing professional development
Applications from both experienced associates and recently qualified dentists are welcomed.
What We Offer
- Established and loyal patient base
- Competitive remuneration with an excellent percentage split
- Opportunity to build and develop private dentistry
- Modern digital practice with CBCT and OPG facilities
- Full nursing support
- Friendly and experienced clinical team
- Clinical freedom in a supportive environment
- Opportunity to increase sessions and develop into a long-term role
- Free on-site parking
- Beautiful coastal location in County Down
Job Details
- Position: Self-employed Associate Dentist
- Days: 1-2 days initially (with opportunity to increase to 2 days per week)
- Start Date: October 2026
- Location: Haugh Dental Care, Kilkeel, County Down
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and would like to become part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply by sending your CV together with a short covering letter outlining your experience and why you would like to join Haugh Dental Care.
Pay: £250.00-£800.00 per day
Work Location: In person
