Job Description

PortmanDentex is looking for an experienced Dental Hygienist to join The Dental Surgery at The Corn Exchange, a prestigious 15-surgery private practice located in the heart of the City of London. This is a high-volume, fast-paced environment housed within a landmark building, supported by a massive team of 54 professional colleagues.

The role focuses on delivering high-end preventative care and supporting specialist treatments such as periodontics and implants. With 40-minute appointment slots, you will have the time to provide thorough care, including Direct Access services. The practice is fully digital and utilizes EMS Airflow technology, offering a “world-class” clinical environment for a professional looking to work alongside some of London’s most senior dental specialists.

Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	PortmanDentex
Location	The Corn Exchange, City of London
Locality	City of London (EC3)
Country	United Kingdom
City	London
Region	Greater London
Job Type	Part-time / Contractor
Salaries	Competitive (Based on private percentage or hourly)
Experience Level	Minimum 2–3 years in practice required
Days Required	Monday, Friday, and Saturday (Must commit to all)
Language	English
Technology	EMS Airflow, Fully Digital, 15 Surgeries

Skills & Competency Table

Skill	Competency Level
Dental Hygiene & Scaling	Expert
Direct Access Provision	Mandatory
EMS Airflow Technology	Advanced (Willing to train)
Periodontal Maintenance	Expert
Patient Education	High
Digital Workflow/Charting	Advanced

Employment Statistics: Dental Hygienists in the UK

Understanding the professional landscape helps in evaluating this offer. As of recent data:

Gender Distribution: Approximately 93% of registered Dental Hygienists in the UK are female.
Average Earnings: In London private practices, experienced Hygienists typically earn between £35 and £50 per hour, or a 35%–40% split of patient fees.
Ethnic Diversity: The GDC reports that within the dental professional workforce (Hygienists and Therapists), roughly 74% identify as White, 15% as Asian/Asian British, and 3% as Black/Black British.
Workforce Size: There are approximately 8,500 registered Dental Hygienists currently practicing in the UK.

Job Summary

This is a premium part-time role at one of London’s largest private practices. Working Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays, you will manage a high-demand book with 40-minute sessions. The role requires a clinician capable of Direct Access and offers the chance to work in a landmark City of London location with state-of-the-art digital infrastructure.

FAQs

What are the mandatory working days?

You must be able to commit to all three days: Monday, Friday, and Saturday.

Is experience with EMS Airflow required?

While experience is preferred, the practice is willing to provide training for the right candidate.

What is “Direct Access” in this context?

Direct Access allows patients to see a dental hygienist or dental therapist without having to see a dentist first. You must be qualified and willing to provide this service.

How long are the patient appointments?

Standard appointments are set at 40 minutes, allowing for high-quality care and patient interaction.

What is the minimum experience required?

The practice requires a minimum of 2 to 3 years of clinical experience in a dental practice.

Expert Analysis

This position is at the “Elite” end of the hygiene market. Working in a 15-surgery practice within the Corn Exchange means you are dealing with a high-net-worth City clientele who expect a “spa-like” but clinically superior experience. The 40-minute appointment length is a significant perk; it is longer than the industry average of 20–30 minutes, reducing clinician burnout and allowing for more comprehensive periodontal therapy and Airflow polishing.

Location & Logistics Guide

The practice boasts some of the best transport links in the UK. It is within walking distance of Bank, Monument, Tower Hill, and Liverpool Street stations. This provides access to almost every major Underground line (Central, Northern, District, Circle, Waterloo & City) and major rail hubs for those commuting from outside London.

City Wikipedia URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City_of_London

Career Path

Joining a PortmanDentex practice provides a gateway to one of the largest private dental networks in Europe. For a Hygienist, this can lead to roles as a Lead Hygienist, clinical mentoring for newly qualified staff, or transitioning into specialized Periodontal Therapy roles if you also hold a Dental Therapy qualification.

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