Dental Therapist – Part-Time
Hermitage Dental Practice – Coalville, Leicestershire
We are looking for a motivated, caring and patient-focused Dental Therapist to join our friendly, independent practice in Coalville on a part-time basis.
At Hermitage Dental Practice, our patients are at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality clinical care in a welcoming, professional and supportive environment, and we are looking for a Dental Therapist who shares our values and genuinely cares about the patient experience.
We believe that excellent dentistry is about more than just clinical treatment. It is about listening to patients, understanding their individual needs, communicating clearly and helping them feel comfortable and confident in their care.
You will work alongside experienced dentists, dedicated dental nurses and Treatment Coordinators as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team. We encourage our clinicians to work to their full scope of practice, while providing the support, training and environment needed to develop and thrive.
What We Offer
- A supportive, friendly and experienced clinical team.
- A genuinely patient-focused practice where quality of care comes first.
- The opportunity to work to your full scope of practice.
- Dedicated chairside nursing support.
- A modern, fully digital practice with paperless records and advanced digital technology.
- Access to an iTero 3D intraoral scanner, allowing clinicians to utilise advanced digital scanning technology as part of patient assessment and treatment planning.
- An on-site CBCT and OPG machine, providing access to advanced 2D and 3D dental imaging within the practice.
- Digital radiography throughout the practice.
- Ongoing training, mentoring and continuing professional development.
- Opportunities to develop your clinical skills and progress your career.
- A collaborative working environment where dentists, therapists, nurses and Treatment Coordinators work closely together.
- A practice culture that values professionalism, communication, teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Regular company and team events.
- On-site parking.
- The opportunity to become an integral part of a growing and ambitious independent practice.
About You
We are looking for a Dental Therapist who:
- Is GDC registered as a Dental Therapist.
- Is passionate about providing exceptional patient care.
- Places the patient's needs and experience at the centre of their clinical approach.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is approachable, empathetic and able to build strong relationships with patients.
- Communicates treatment clearly and is able to put nervous or anxious patients at ease.
- Takes pride in delivering high-quality clinical care and maintaining excellent clinical standards.
- Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary dental team.
- Is reliable, professional and takes responsibility for their clinical and administrative duties.
- Is committed to continuous professional development, learning and clinical excellence.
- Is organised and has excellent attention to detail.
- Has previous experience working in a dental practice (preferred but not essential).
- Is enthusiastic about developing their skills and contributing to the wider success of the practice.
- Shares our values of kindness, professionalism, teamwork, patient care and continuous improvement.
Our Approach to Patient Care
We are looking for someone who genuinely cares about people.
We want every patient who walks through our doors to feel listened to, respected and valued. Whether you are providing preventive care, periodontal treatment, restorative treatment or supporting a patient's long-term oral health, we believe in taking the time to understand the individual behind the treatment.
We value clinicians who are confident in their skills but are also willing to ask questions, learn, collaborate and continually improve. We have a strong culture of supporting one another, and we believe that a great clinical team is one where everyone feels able to contribute.
Progression & Development
We are a progression-focused practice and genuinely want to invest in the people who join our team.
We are not simply looking for someone to fill a clinical position. We want our clinicians to grow with the practice, develop their skills and build a long-term career with us.
Whether your interests lie in developing your clinical scope, improving your confidence in particular areas of dentistry, undertaking further training or taking on additional responsibilities within the practice, we are keen to support your professional development.
Why Hermitage Dental Practice?
As an independent practice, we have the flexibility to create a working environment where patients and people come first.
We are ambitious about the future of the practice, but we are equally committed to maintaining a friendly and supportive culture. We want our team to enjoy coming to work, feel valued for their contribution and have the opportunity to develop.
If you are a caring, ambitious and patient-focused Dental Therapist who wants to work somewhere that values clinical excellence, professional development, advanced technology and genuine teamwork, we would love to hear from you.
Previous practice experience is preferred but not essential. What matters most to us is your attitude, professionalism, commitment to patient care and desire to develop.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £33.00-£45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coalville LE67 5ET: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Dental Hygienist: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- GDC Registration (required)
Work Location: In person
