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Mixed dental practice in the UK: questions before accepting a role

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A mixed practice combines different kinds of work; ask how the proposed role is divided and what responsibilities you will carry. The label alone does not describe your contract.

Understand the topic

A mixed practice combines different kinds of work; ask how the proposed role is divided and what responsibilities you will carry. The label alone does not describe your contract.

Step by step: prepare your next action

Discuss patient allocation, appointment time, remuneration, clinical support and additional requirements for the NHS part of the role. Request written terms and clarify how changes to the work mix affect expectations.

Make your checklist useful

Record the specific role or pathway you are investigating, the official source and the date you checked it. Keep your qualification and employment dates consistent. Separate evidence you already hold from an application in progress or a result still awaiting verification. If an instruction is unclear, write the question down and obtain an answer before paying or submitting.

Common mistakes to avoid

Do not reuse old fees, salaries, test thresholds or processing times as current promises. Do not exaggerate experience, professional status or eligibility. Keep identifiable patient information out of your CV and supporting statement. When reviewing a vacancy, use its current written terms rather than assuming benefits or employer support from a general article.

Your next step with Midora

Prepare your professional summary and discuss your goals with Midora. Candidates can use the CV readiness review and explore published roles; employers can share a clear staffing brief. Independent regulator, examination, immigration and travel costs may apply and should be confirmed with the organisation requesting payment.