Practical advice for dental nurses, hygienists, therapists and dentists seeking locum work, plus staffing insight for UK dental practices.
Everything dental nurses need to know about finding locum jobs in the UK — typical pay rates, the GDC requirements, how booking works and how to land your first placement.
Read the article →A practical guide to hygienist locum work in the UK — how dental hygienists find flexible placements, what rates to expect and how to maximise your booked days.
What to look for in a dentist locum agency in the UK — compliance support, fair rates, reliable bookings and genuine local knowledge across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
A practical playbook for dental practices on sourcing temporary dental staff fast — from planning around predictable gaps to booking last-minute locum cover that protects revenue.
Thinking about dental locum nursing? Learn the pros and cons, how pay and tax work, and the steps to move from a permanent role to flexible locum dental nursing in the UK.
An overview of the forces driving UK dental staffing in 2026 — workforce shortages, rising demand for flexible locums and what it means for practices and professionals alike.
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