Specialist Periodontist

Job summary

Smile Dental Centre in Basildon areseeking an enthusiastic and experienced GDC-registered Specialist Periodontist to join our team and play a key role in developing and growing our specialist periodontal service. This position is offered on a part-time basis with flexibility on days and hours so please apply to discuss further.

This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician who wants to develop their clinical practice, build professional relationships and contribute to the growth of a specialist referral service.

The successful candidate willgrow a dedicated periodontal referral service, welcoming referrals from general dental practitioners and other dental practices across Basildon, Essex and the surrounding areas. Theywill have the opportunity to help develop this service, build relationships with local dental practices and establish a strong reputation for specialist periodontal care.

We are keen to create a trusted referral pathway for patients requiring specialist periodontal assessment and treatment, while working collaboratively with referring dentists to ensure continuity of care.

This role would suit a specialist who is passionate about periodontics and interested in helping to develop a growing referral base, with the potential to expand the service over time.

Main duties of the job

• Comprehensive periodontal examinations, assessment and diagnosis.
• Management of periodontal disease, including complex cases.
• Non-surgical and surgical periodontal treatment, as appropriate to training and scope of practice.
• Periodontal maintenance and supportive periodontal care.
• Assessment and management of patients referred by external dental practices.
• Collaborative treatment planning and communication with referring dentists.
• Patient education, preventive advice and long-term periodontal care.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and adhering to relevant professional and regulatory standards.

About us

Smile Dental Centre is an established dental practice in Basildon, Essex, looking to expand its specialist dental services and provide patients with access to high-quality periodontal care. We offer:

• The opportunity to help establish and grow a specialist periodontal referral service.
• The potential to build a network of referring dental practices across Essex and surrounding areas.
• Flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.
• A supportive and professional clinical environment.
• The opportunity to collaborate with our existing dental team.
• Competitive remuneration, with terms to be discussed based on experience and working arrangements.
• The opportunity to develop the service and increase clinical sessions as referral demand grows.

Details

• Date posted: 15 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 30075
• Job locations: 438 Whitmore Way, Basildon, Essex, SS14 2EZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).