Domiciliary Dentist

Are you a compassionate and patient-focused Dentist looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to some of the most vulnerable members of our community?

Hewetts Dental is looking for a caring and dedicated Domiciliary Care Home Dentist to join our established team, providing high-quality NHS dental care to patients living in care homes across the local area. This is a rewarding opportunity for a clinician who enjoys building relationships with patients, delivering person-centred care, and working in a role that goes beyond the traditional practice setting.

• Deliver truly rewarding care to patients who may otherwise struggle to access dental services.
• Established domiciliary service replacing an existing clinician.
• Dedicated Dental Nurse accompanying you for every visit.
• All clinical equipment, emergency drugs and materials provided.
• Opportunity to build lasting relationships with care home teams and residents.
• Supportive leadership team committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

This is a unique opportunity to provide NHS dental care to patients living in residential and nursing care homes within approximately a 40-minute radius of the practice.

You’ll travel between one or more care homes during each clinical session which will be every other Tuesday
, supported throughout by an experienced Dental Nurse who will accompany you on every visit.

The role will involve providing a range of general dental treatments, including:

• Routine dental examinations.
• Preventative care and oral health advice.
• Simple restorative treatments.
• Denture assessments and adjustments where appropriate.
• Providing compassionate care to elderly patients and those living with complex needs, including dementia.

This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys working independently while being fully supported by an experienced nursing team.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential
, as you’ll be travelling between care homes throughout the day.

We're looking for a Dentist who:

• Is GDC registered with an active NHS Performer Number.
• Is confident providing high-quality general dentistry.
• Has a caring, patient and compassionate approach.
• Enjoys working with elderly patients and those with additional care needs.
• Is comfortable travelling between care homes.
• Builds positive relationships with patients, cars & care home staff.
• Values teamwork and works collaboratively with nursing colleagues.

Previous domiciliary experience is welcome but not essential. Above all, we’re looking for someone with empathy, patience and a genuine passion for improving access to dental care.

• NHS contract delivering approximately 600 Courses of Treatment per year
  .
• £25 per UDA.
• 50% laboratory fee split.
• No additional practice recharges.

At Hewetts Dental, we’re proud to provide high-quality dental care both within our practice and out in the community. Our domiciliary service plays a vital role in supporting patients who are unable to attend a traditional dental practice, ensuring they continue to receive the care they need with dignity and compassion.

You’ll be joining a supportive team that values collaboration, professionalism and making a real difference every day.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can combine your clinical skills with compassionate, patient-centred care, we’d love to hear from you.