Not sure how to operate as a locum dentist?

Being a locum dentist describes the way you practice, but it's not a legal structure for tax purposes. It means that as well as maintaining your General Dental Council registration and arranging professional indemnity cover, you'll need to register your business with HMRC. Most practitioners choose between working as a sole trader or setting up a limited company.

Both have pros and cons depending on your circumstances, so deciding what suits you best can feel overwhelming! Our friendly team can talk you through all the options available, and what each one might mean for you. If you decide to incorporate a new limited company, we'll even set everything up for you with Companies House, saving you up to £120!

What services do I need?

You'll need to submit a tax return no matter what type of business structure you register with HMRC. For instance, sole traders must send either a Self Assessment or MTD Income Tax return, but limited companies use Company Tax Returns. It's why your fee includes a complete set of financial accounts and the appropriate tax return as standard.

There are lots of other ways an accountant can support you, and not everyone needs the same services. Some will become VAT registered and want help with VAT returns, whereas someone running a company might look for guidance around director's payroll. If you'd like advice on choosing the right services for you, call our team on 020 3355 4047.