11 Dental Hygienists jobs in the United Kingdom

Dental Hygienist Wanted – Join the Smart Smiles Team

Smart Smiles is on the lookout for a passionate and enthusiastic Dental Hygienist to join our friendly and supportive team. We're committed to helping our Denplan, Private, and NHS patients achieve excellent oral health in a welcoming, modern environment.

What We Offer:

• Flexible days available: Monday to Friday
• A mix of Denplan, Private, and NHS patients
• Fully digital practice with SOE EXACT software
• Guided Biofilm Therapy
• Experienced dental nurse support
• Excellent transport links
• A warm, professional, and team-oriented atmosphere

What We're Looking For:

• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written
• Familiarity with SOE EXACT is a plus
• Caring, reliable, and professional approach
• Passion for delivering high-quality hygiene care and patient education

Why Choose Us? We offer an excellent pay rate and a supportive environment, allowing you to focus on what you do best—providing outstanding care and advice to your patients.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35.00-£46.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Overview

Are you a dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for dental care? Do you thrive in a dynamic

healthcare environment and possess the desire to learn and grow within the field of dentistry? If so, we have an

exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Dental Hygienist/Therapist at Randalstown Dental Clinic

We are looking for someone with:

A passion for delivering high-quality patient care

Willingness to learn and stay updated on the latest dental techniques

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

Very competitive hourly rate

A supportive and collaborative team environment

The chance to work in a modern and well-equipped dental practice

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our patients' oral health

30 minute appointments: ensuring efficient and through care

Nursing support for optimal workflow and patient care

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 14 per week

Work Location: In person

• Conduct remote consultations to educate parents and children on oral hygiene practices.
• Provide guidance on effective brushing and flossing techniques tailored for different age groups.
• Educate families about the impact of diet on dental health and provide recommendations.
• Assess and discuss the importance of preventive dental measures, such as fluoride treatments and sealants (in consultation with dentists).
• Identify and advise on potential signs of common childhood dental issues, recommending professional dental check-ups.
• Develop and share engaging educational materials, including videos, infographics, and articles, for parents and children.
• Collaborate with dentists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and education.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records of remote consultations and advice provided.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in pediatric dental hygiene and oral health education.
• Promote a positive attitude towards dental care among children and families.
• Advise on teething, pacifier use, and thumb-sucking habits.
• Respond to inquiries from families regarding pediatric oral health concerns.

• Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) qualification.
• Relevant professional certifications and licenses to practice.
• Previous experience working as a dental hygienist, with a specialization or strong interest in pediatrics.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills.
• Demonstrated ability to connect with children and explain complex information in an understandable way.
• Proficiency in using telehealth platforms, video conferencing tools, and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a remote caseload.
• Empathy, patience, and a child-centered approach.
• Knowledge of child development principles relevant to oral health.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote healthcare team.

Exciting Opportunity for a Dental Hygienist – The Dental Suite, West Bridgford (Nottingham)

We’re looking for a dedicated and patient-focused Hygienist to join our team at The Dental Suite in West Bridgford, Nottingham.

Start Date: Mid-March 2026

Days & Hours: Surgery space available - 1 day per week - Mondays

Exciting Opportunity for a Dental Hygienist – The Dental Suite, West Bridgford (Nottingham)

We’re looking for a dedicated and patient-focused Hygienist to join our team at The Dental Suite in West Bridgford, Nottingham.

Start Date: Mid-March 2026

Days & Hours: Surgery space available - 1 day per week - Mondays

We are seeking a dedicated and forward thinking Consultant in Special Care Dentistry to join our multidisciplinary Community Dental Team. The role offers the opportunity to provide Special Care Dentistry for vulnerable adults including the provision of conscious sedation and general anaesthesia within the Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) area. The post holder may be asked to lead and support service development and provision of oral care for vulnerable people in all aspects of Special Care Dentistry across the three counties of the Health Board area.

To provide and co-ordinate comprehensive services for vulnerable adults requiring Special Care Dentistry. This includes all aspects of clinical leadership, treatment and relevant management duties in order to provide this role.

To lead and co-ordinate appropriate CDS directorate research interests which will inform the delivery of Special Care Dentistry in accordance with the HDUHB Research and Development framework.

To develop integrated oral care pathways by liaising with other healthcare providers and external agencies for vulnerable adult groups.

To take an active role in the formulation, implementation and monitoring of the HDUHB Oral Health plans and the Health Board Plan

To exercise professional leadership for all staff working in the Community Dental Services

To work in conjunction with clinical and professional colleagues to ensure that the productivity of staff within the Community Dental Service is maintained and their job satisfaction is enhanced. This may include involvement in the appraisal process of colleagues.

Represent HDUHB on regional and national groups related to Special Care Dentistry as appropriate, for example, Managed Clinical Networks.

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest

Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire

Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings

47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers

Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

For full details of the role requirements please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for this vacancy.

Discussions around working pattern will take place during initial job planning, where preferences, requirements and options can be discussed and explored in full.

Part time Dental Dental Hygienist required at our busy practice, Fresh Dental Smile Clinic on the outskirts of the City of York.

We are a 3 surgery private and Denplan practice, located on the outskirts of the City of York

• Start Date: Ideal start of October 2025 however a later start can also be negotiated
• Days and Hours: 1 to 2 days per week, with surgery space available on Tuesdays & Wednesdays
• Modern and fully computerised - SFD software
• Digital X rays, including CBCT and Intra-oral scanner
• Experienced, long serving and fully trained staff
• Excellent CQC reports and FFT feedback from patients
• Free road parking
• Active GDC registration is required for this position with at least 2 years minimum experience in practice as a Dental Hygienist

About Us

We are a leading provider of private-focused dental care across the UK/Ireland. Recently, we have merged with Dentex bringing together two of the UK’s leading providers of private-focused dental care with shared values based on community, integrity and dedication to clinical freedom. Both companies celebrate the individuality of our practices and their teams and our shared focus remains on putting people first; this means exceptional care for our patients, industry-leading support for our practices and access to the best professional opportunities. Together we are one of the largest dental group’s in the UK, operating over 350 UK practices, with more than 4,000 members in our community, providing for more than 1.5 million patients annually across the UK, Ireland and Benelux.

For further details, or an informal chat, please contact Vikki on

Part time Dental Dental Hygienist required at our busy practice, Fresh Dental Smile Clinic on the outskirts of the City of York.

We are a 3 surgery private and Denplan practice, located on the outskirts of the City of York

• Start Date: Ideal start of October 2025 however a later start can also be negotiated
• Days and Hours: 1 to 2 days per week, with surgery space available on Tuesdays & Wednesdays
• Modern and fully computerised - SFD software
• Digital X rays, including CBCT and Intra-oral scanner
• Experienced, long serving and fully trained staff
• Excellent CQC reports and FFT feedback from patients
• Free road parking
• Active GDC registration is required for this position with at least 2 years minimum experience in practice as a Dental Hygienist

About Us

We are a leading provider of private-focused dental care across the UK/Ireland. Recently, we have merged with Dentex bringing together two of the UK’s leading providers of private-focused dental care with shared values based on community, integrity and dedication to clinical freedom. Both companies celebrate the individuality of our practices and their teams and our shared focus remains on putting people first; this means exceptional care for our patients, industry-leading support for our practices and access to the best professional opportunities. Together we are one of the largest dental group’s in the UK, operating over 350 UK practices, with more than 4,000 members in our community, providing for more than 1.5 million patients annually across the UK, Ireland and Benelux.

For further details, or an informal chat, please contact Vikki on

Dental Therapist – Part-Time (1 Day per Week, Monday or Friday) – Mearns Dental, Glasgow

We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Dental Therapist to join our friendly team at Mearns Dental, a fully refurbished, modern practice in Newton Mearns, Glasgow.

This is a great opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking environment offering full-scope therapy and hygiene sessions, with the flexibility of one day per week (Monday or Friday).

What we offer:

• Fully refurbished, modern surgeries with digital workflow
• Established, loyal patient base
• On-site car parking
• Supportive team of clinicians, nurses and management
• Salary negotiable, based on experience and scope

What we're looking for:

• GDC-registered Dental Therapist
• Confident providing both hygiene and full-scope therapy treatments
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• A team player with a positive, professional attitude

About us:

Mearns Dental is a well-established independent practice committed to high-quality patient care and professional development. We combine a welcoming atmosphere with modern technology to deliver the best possible dental experience for our patients.

Days available: Monday or Friday

Salary: Negotiable (commensurate with experience)

Location: Mearns Dental, 259 Mearns Road, Newton Mearns, Glasgow G77 5LU

If you're passionate about patient care and looking for a flexible role within a supportive, modern environment, we'd love to hear from you

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Dental Therapy: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Valid GDC registration (preferred)

Work Location: In person