Dental Nurse

Bupa Dental Care; Bristol; On-site; GBP 16,718 - 23,810; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare access

Discounted dental insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free annual flu vaccine

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse for their practice in Bristol, St George. This part-time role (25.50 hours/week) offers competitive pay at £14.71 per hour, with responsibilities including clinical support, decontamination of instruments, and some reception duties. Candidates must be GDC registered and preferably have dental experience. Bupa offers extensive benefits, including health and wellbeing support, career development opportunities, and coverage for registration fees.

Qualifications

• Must be GDC registered.
• Experience in dental practices is preferred.
• Ensure compliance with CQC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up decontamination of instruments.
• Provide clinical chair-side support to dentists.
• Handle some reception duties.
• Deliver exceptional patient care.

Skills

GDC Registered

Dental experience preferred

CQC requirements knowledge

Digital record keeping

Job description

Job Overview

Dental Nurse (Qualified and GDC registered) – Bristol, St George.

The working pattern for this position is Monday/Thursday and Friday 7.45am-17.15pm – 25.50 hours a week.

£14.71 an hour.

Your GDC registration, DBS check and professional indemnity are all covered by Bupa Dental Care.

A family feel, with the security and stability that comes with being part of Bupa.

Industry‑leading benefits (read more below).

Responsibilities

• Set up decontamination of instruments.
• Provide clinical chair‑side support to dentists.
• Undertake some reception duties.
• Willingness to provide exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• GDC Registered.
• Preferred dentally experience.
• Ensure CQC requirements are met.
• Update patient records – digitally held.

Development

We have introduced a career framework for dental nurses which links pay to skills, qualifications and progression.

Dental nurses are central to the success of our practices, and we want you to feel valued and well‑rewarded for your vital work.

Our pay structure offers clear career direction and professional development opportunities.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive pay rates which increase as you gain more experience.
• Access to MyHealthcare, including remote GP, physiotherapy and mental health support – all available from one phone number. You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance redeemable against a range of Bupa products, roughly £350.
• My Bupa Extras – discounts at your favourite retailers and a range of tools, content and information to support your financial wellbeing.
• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK, including online digital fitness providers.
• Our mental health approach: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and access to Personal Energy – Bupa’s own wellbeing programme.
• Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.
• Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
• Wagestream – access your income before payday if and when you need it.
• We’ll support you from day one to learn, develop and progress. Career pathways lead to senior roles, free specialist training and CPD.
• We cover your GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity – saving you hundreds of pounds.
• And many more – just ask.

EEO Statement

Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will offer interview/assessment to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and to provide reasonable adjustments.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.