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Associate Dentist Private

Private Associate Dentist

Exeter £100,000–£150,000 per year Full-timePosted 4 November 2026

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Associate Dentist to join a well-established, independently owned, fully private dental practice in Exeter, Devon. Offering a 50% private fee split, a full and exceptionally well-maintained patient list, full clinical freedom and experienced clinical support, this position provides the foundations for a successful, long-term career in private dentistry. With a loyal patient base, consistent flow of new patients and a strong emphasis on quality general and preventative dentistry, the practice offers an environment where clinicians can focus on delivering excellent patient care without NHS targets or the pressure of building a patient list from scratch. Full-time preferred, with part-time considered. Minimum 3 years' experience required.

About this role

Private Associate Dentist – Exeter, Devon

Location: Exeter
Earning Potential: £100,000 to £150,000+ per annum OTE
Split: 50%
List: Full Established Patient List

Are you an experienced Associate Dentist looking for the opportunity to focus entirely on private dentistry, with an established patient list, genuine clinical freedom and the support of an experienced team?

Elev8 Search Group is working with a well established, independently owned, fully private dental practice in Exeter, seeking an Associate Dentist to join its clinical team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist already working in private practice, or an experienced clinician from a mixed background who is ready to make the transition into exclusively private dentistry.

The Opportunity

You'll be joining a busy, reputable independent practice with a strong emphasis on high-quality general dentistry, preventative care and building lasting relationships with patients.

Unlike opportunities where you're expected to develop a patient base from scratch, this position comes with a full, well-maintained list of established private patients, many of whom have longstanding relationships with the practice.

The practice also has a healthy flow of new patients, providing an excellent foundation for an associate looking to build a stable, rewarding long-term career in private dentistry.

You'll have the clinical freedom to deliver patient-focused dentistry, supported by an experienced clinical and administrative team.

What Makes This Opportunity Attractive?

  • 50% private fee split

  • Full, established private patient list from the outset

  • 100% private dentistry – no NHS contract or UDA targets

  • Full clinical freedom to deliver dentistry in line with your professional judgement

  • Independent practice with a longstanding reputation and loyal patient base

  • Consistent flow of new patients alongside an established list

  • Experienced dental nursing support and an established administrative team

  • Supportive clinical environment with a strong focus on preventative and restorative dentistry

  • Full and part-time considered

  • Opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients and further your clinical interests

Who We're Looking For

We're looking to speak with GDC-registered dentists who have a genuine passion for delivering high-quality general dentistry and providing continuity of care.

Ideally, you'll have:

  • A minimum of three years post-qualification experience

  • Confidence in general and routine restorative dentistry

  • Experience in private practice, or a solid mixed-practice background with a genuine desire to transition into fully private dentistry

  • A patient-focused approach, with strong communication and treatment-planning skills

  • An interest in preventative dentistry and long-term patient care

  • Current GDC registration and appropriate professional indemnity

Above all, the practice is looking for a clinician who values quality over volume, takes pride in their work and genuinely enjoys building lasting relationships with patients.

Interested in Finding Out More?

If you're currently working in a mixed or private practice and have been considering your next move, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.

You don't need to be actively looking for a new position to have a conversation.

Apply or contact Elev8 Search Group for a confidential, no-pressure discussion about the practice, patient list and what this opportunity could offer you.

All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Sector

Associate Dentist Private

Location

Exeter

Salary

£100,000–£150,000 per year

Job type

Full-time