DENTAL PRACTICE MANAGER

Location: City Centre, Salisbury, SP1. The practice is easily accessible via major bus routes, with the train station within walking distance.

Salary: £37,000, negotiable based on experience

Working Hours:

Full-Time: 42 hours per week

Monday to Thursday: 8am – 6pm

Friday: 8am – 2pm

Overview:

"We are looking for an experienced, motivated and people-focused Practice Manager to join our mixed NHS and private dental practice. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious leader who is passionate about dentistry, delivering exceptional patient care and developing high-performing teams.

You will be responsible for the efficient day-to-day running of the practice, working closely with the clinical and administrative teams to maintain high standards of care, service and compliance.

You will also be the practice's CQC Registered Manager, supporting regulatory compliance while taking responsibility for team performance, practice growth.

Ideally, we are seeking a candidate with management experience and either a strong background in clinical dentistry with dental practice administration experience, or a management and leadership background."

Key Responsibilities

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Ensure high levels of patient care and experience

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Lead, support and motivate the team to perform at their best

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Manage recruitment, inductions and team development

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Monitor and analyse practice performance and activity data

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Hold regular practice and clinician meetings

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Ensure the effective day-to-day operation and CQC compliance of the practice

What We Are Looking For

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Excellent leadership and communication skills

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Strong organisational and time-management skills

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The ability to build strong relationships and demonstrate empathy

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A calm, positive and professional approach

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A passion for dentistry, learning and development

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The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

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Computer literacy – essential

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CQC knowledge – advantageous

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Experience with Ismile software – advantageous but not essential, training can be provided

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Previous dental nursing experience would be an added bonus, but is not essential