Associate Dentist
Role summary
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The Associate Dentist will provide high-quality general dental care, including examinations, diagnosis, treatment planning, preventive advice and appropriate restorative procedures. Applicants should hold a recognised dental qualification, be registered with the General Dental Council, and have the right to practise in the United Kingdom. NHS dentistry experience and familiarity with UDA-based contracts are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to maintain accurate clinical records, follow infection-control and safeguarding procedures, communicate clearly with patients, and work effectively with the dental team. A professional, compassionate approach, sound clinical judgement and commitment to continuing professional development are essential.
Can I work in the UK?
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How it works
How it works: NHS nurses, doctors and allied health get a Health and Care Worker visa (about 3 weeks, no health surcharge); care workers lost this route on 22 July 2025.
Before you apply: Nurses, doctors and most allied health staff must be registered or licensed locally before they start: expect checks on your degree and licence, often an English test, and often an exam or an assessment. Ask the employer who handles it and how long it takes. Most pharma and device office jobs do not need it.
Watch for: Pay follows the NHS pay bands and is usually at least GBP 25,000. Nurses and allied health also need UK professional registration; care workers cannot be sponsored from abroad.
Official source: GOV.UK: Health and Care Worker visa, your job. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Healthcare jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Registration | Join the Nursing and Midwifery Council register: English language rules and a Test of Competence |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee GBP 324 (up to 3 years) or GBP 628 (longer); no health surcharge on this visa |
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About Smile Care Slough 24 Limited
Smile Care Slough 24 Limited appears to operate a dental practice in Slough, Berkshire, providing general dental services to local patients. Its work is likely to include routine examinations, preventive dentistry, restorative treatment, urgent appointments and advice supporting good oral health. As an NHS-linked dental employer, the practice may deliver care under NHS contractual arrangements alongside any available private services. An associate dentist would normally work with dental nurses, hygienists, reception staff and other clinicians, contributing to safe, patient-focused treatment. The practice’s specific services, facilities, remuneration structure and working arrangements should be confirmed directly with the employer, as these can vary between locations and contracts.