Job Description

Location:

Teeth For Life Dental Care, Caldicot, Monmouthshire

Hours:

3-5 days per week (Friday essential)

Contract type:

Employed

Reports to:

Principal Dentist / Practice Manager

About Us

At Teeth For Life Dental Care, we believe in creating smiles with every interaction.
Our Caldicot practice is a welcoming, community-focused environment where kindness, honesty, and patient-centred care come first. We're proud to combine modern dentistry with a warm, personal touch -- helping our patients feel at ease while achieving excellent oral health.

We're now looking for a caring, motivated

Dental Therapist

to join our friendly team and help us deliver the very best care to our patients.

Role Overview

As a Dental Therapist, you'll work

to your full scope of practice

-- including carrying out dental examinations, hygiene care, and restorative treatments -- while focusing on prevention and patient education.

You'll play an important role in supporting our mission to provide caring, professional, and progressive dental care, ensuring that every patient feels listened to, cared for, and confident in their smile.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality clinical care within the full scope of Dental Therapy, including: Examinations and diagnosis Direct restorations on both adult and child patients Preventive and periodontal treatments Fissure sealants, fluoride applications, and oral hygiene instruction Promote prevention-focused oral health care and patient education Build strong relationships with patients, fostering trust and continuity of care Work collaboratively with dentists, hygienists, and the wider team to ensure excellent patient experiences Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records in accordance with GDC and practice standards Adhere to all clinical governance, infection control, and health and safety protocols Contribute positively to team meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

GDC-registered Dental Therapist Confident in working independently and within a supportive team environment Passionate about prevention and patient-centred dentistry Kind, professional, and proactive, with strong communication skills Committed to continuous professional development and excellence in clinical standards A positive team player who contributes to a caring, community-driven workplace culture

What We Offer

Employed position with stable income and supportive leadership 3-5 days per week (Friday essential) with flexibility to suit work-life balance Modern, well-equipped surgeries with digital records and intraoral scanners A warm, inclusive team culture where your contribution is valued Opportunities for professional growth and development
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 30.00-37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 35 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Work Location: In person