About this role
Job summary
Associate Minor Oral Surgery Dentist or Specialist Oral Surgeon Harleigh Road Dental Centre, Bodmin, Cornwall 1 day per week (part-time) Salary: Competitive Closing Date: 30th June 2026 Deliver Expert Care in a Purpose-Built, Fully Equipped Environment At Smile Together, were redefining dentistry. As a certified B Corp and employee-owned Community Interest Company (CIC), we combine clinical excellence with social purpose , investing profits back into services, our people, and the communities we serve.
Were looking for a dedicated dentist with a special interest in minor oral surgery to join our team at Harleigh Road Dental Centre in Bodmin, Cornwall, working 1 day per week. This is your opportunity to deliver high-quality oral surgery in a modern, purpose-built clinic equipped with up-to-date technology and supported by a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
Main duties of the job
What Youll Be Doing This is a hands-on clinical role in which youll take responsibility for delivering oral surgery services to referred patients in a welcoming primary care setting. Whether youre performing procedures, providing expert advice to colleagues, or helping to shape and improve our service offer, your clinical knowledge will be truly valued here.
Youll be part of a passionate and supportive team, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement through peer reviews, audits, governance activities and mentoring. Youll help develop colleagues who are interested in oral surgery and contribute to building a strong learning environment across the organisation.
Our services are designed around patient need and clinical quality, so youll have the opportunity to make a real impact, not just through what you do, but how you help others grow. While your base will be at Harleigh Road, there may be occasional travel to other locations as needed.
Pay Structure
Assessment only where treatment isnt then completed = £15 per patient
Fully completed treatment (assessment and treatment) with a submitted course of treatment = £45 per patient
About us
What Youll Bring GDC registration (without conditions), and experience in oral surgery within primary, secondary or community care. Confidence and competence in managing a range of oral surgery cases
A collaborative and patient-focused approach, aligned with our social enterprise values. Commitment to continuous improvement, with support for your CPD and development through our in-house Smile Together Training Academy.
Why Choose Smile Together? Work in a modern, purpose-built, fully equipped clinic with the latest dental technology. Join a B Corp certified, employee-owned social enterprise with values at its core. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture. Be part of a team that believes in doing dentistry differently and making a difference. Competitive salary Occasional travel to other sites may be required.
Apply Today or Lets Chat First
If youre ready to bring your clinical skills into a role where youll feel truly valued, wed love to hear from you.
Apply via email to: [email protected]
If youd like to chat informally about the role before applying, wed be delighted to speak with you, please call our recruitment lead on 07355090789.
Job description Job responsibilities Role Purpose
To provide oral surgery services for adults and children referred via the NHS Oral Surgery pathway across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. This may include patients unable to access a General Dental Practitioner and visitors to the region requiring urgent dental care. The post holder will lead and support the delivery of high-quality minor oral surgery within a primary care setting.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care and Patient Management
Provide high-quality oral surgery services for patients referred by General Dental Practitioners, dental services, and other healthcare professionals.
Perform triage of oral surgery referrals to ensure appropriate and timely care.
Manage and treat patients within the full scope of primary care oral surgery practice, including:
o Extractions (routine and surgical)
o Soft tissue procedures within scope of practice
o Post-operative care and complication management
Refer patients appropriately to secondary care or other oral surgery providers where necessary.
Deliver appropriate follow-up care and patient education post-treatment.
Provide detailed, accurate clinical notes and ensure continuity of care for patients requiring further treatment or review.
Clinical Excellence & Standards
Maintain the highest clinical standards in oral surgery in line with GDC requirements, national guidance, and evidence-based practice.
Participate in clinical governance activities including regular audits, risk assessments, incident reporting, and quality improvement initiatives.
Support the Clinical Director and management team in driving service quality and performance.
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and infection control protocols at all sites of clinical activity.
Contribute to the safe, effective, and consistent delivery of care across Smile Togethers practices.
Leadership, Mentorship & Professional Development
Provide expert advice and guidance to colleagues on oral surgery cases and referral management.
Support the development of team members who wish to expand their skills in oral surgery.
Mentor colleagues through case-based discussions, observed procedures, and clinical evaluations.
Engage in Smile Togethers Training Academy and external CPD opportunities to maintain and further develop clinical competencies.
Create and maintain a Personal Development Plan (PDP) aligned with GDC standards and individual goals.
Support the delivery of high-quality induction programmes for new clinicians, particularly those involved in oral surgery or unscheduled care.
Organisational Engagement & Contribution
Actively engage with Smile Together teams and participate in peer review, audit, development sessions, and internal meetings.
Contribute to service planning and delivery improvements with Clinical Directors and operational leads.
Support urgent and emergency care delivery when needed, including clinical collaboration ("temperature checks") with co-workers.
Participate in organisational change initiatives and service development projects.
Represent Smile Together professionally as an ambassador for our vision, mission, and valuesleading by example.
Collaboration & Flexibility
Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure excellent patient care.
Be flexible in supporting the service, including providing unscheduled dental care services as the Organisation requires.
Travel between Smile Together sites as needed, integrating effectively into each local team.
Treat target numbers of patients in accordance with agreed clinical expectations.
Governance, Compliance & IT
Ensure full compliance with Smile Togethers governance framework, clinical protocols, and documentation standards.
Report accidents, incidents, and near misses using the companys reporting procedures.
Maintain effective IT skills, particularly in the use of the Practice Management System and digital clinical records.
Other Duties Undertake any additional reasonable responsibilities as requested by the Clinical Director or management team.
This job description may evolve over time with service needs; changes will be made in consultation with the post holder.
Organisational Expectations Understand and adhere to the standards set out in the Employee Handbook. (Note: Expectations may vary slightly for self-employed associates and will be clarified on appointment.)
As a Social Enterprise, all employees are expected to support Smile Togethers commitment to improving local oral health and reducing health inequalities.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Southwest Performer Number and PIN GDC Registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Smile Together
Address Harleigh Road Dental Clinic
Harleigh Road
Bodmin
Cornwall
PL31 1AH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://smiletogether.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)