TRAINEE PRACTICE MANAGER

GALASHIELS 

Infinityblu Dental Care is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Dental Practice Manager to join our growing team. Based in our Galashiels practice, this role is ideal for an experienced dental professional ready to take the next step into leadership and management.

At Infinityblu, we pride ourselves on providing a friendly, supportive and professional working environment. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care and clinical excellence, supported by digital innovation and modern equipment. Our team is passionate about ensuring every patient enjoys a positive and welcoming journey.

You will begin your role as Trainee Practice Manager in our Galashiels practice, where you will receive full support and mentorship from our experienced Scottish Borders Practice Managers and Regional Operations Manager. As part of our growing group, there may be opportunities in the future to support or work across other Infinityblu practices, giving you broader experience and helping you develop your career further.

 The Role

As Trainee Practice Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. You will help create and maintain a professional, friendly and customer-focused culture, delivering a high-quality dental service that continues to improve and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the team in the day-to-day running and management of the practice
• Drive practice performance against objectives, including high quality patient care, financial targets and key performance indicators, and effective cost management
• Build and promote the practice vision and brand message
• Deliver outstanding customer service experiences
• Attend regular management meetings with other Infinityblu Practice Managers
• Contribute ideas and implement plans to meet business targets
• Manage recruitment and identify staffing needs
• Hold regular team meetings and conduct staff performance reviews
• Provide training and support to improve staff skills, knowledge and performance
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety requirements
• Process NHS and monthly schedule reports
• Maintain strong Clinical Governance and Combined Practice Inspection standards

About You

This role would suit someone who has exceptional leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others. You will be an excellent listener, empathetic to both team and patient needs, and committed to delivering exceptional customer service.

You will also demonstrate strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills, effective time management, and the ability to thrive in a busy, multitasking environment. You should be adaptable to changing business needs.

Experience or knowledge of NHS and private dentistry and SOE Exact is preferred but not essential.

Employee Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including
• Additional company sick pay
• 28 days holiday per year
• One extra day of holiday for your birthday
• One paid day off to support your chosen charity
• Pension contributions of 5 percent employee and 3 percent employer
• GDC registration paid by the practice
• Indemnity cover paid by the practice
• iBlu staff and family dental discount benefits
• Technology scheme discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Biannual team days out
• Training costs supported with prior management approval
• Private Health Insurance with Vitality Health following one year of service

An annual salary review is conducted each August, with an automatic increase applied upon completion of one year in post.

If you are an experienced dental professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.