Dental Nurse

Dentopedia Group; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three staff events per year

50% discount on treatments for you

20% discount for family members

Amazon vouchers at CEO approval

Seasonal gifts and Christmas bonus

Job summary

Dentopedia Group is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join our growing network of private clinics in the UK. You will provide chairside support, assist dentists, maintain clinical rooms and ensure high standards of infection control.

We value leadership potential and offer progression within a supportive team, with a focus on patient care and professional development. Full-time role with Monday–Friday plus weekends, salary £14–£16 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• GDC registered dental nurse with relevant clinical experience.
• Strong infection control knowledge and compliance with protocols.
• Excellent communication and teamwork, patient-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a wide range of treatments.
• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms to a high standard.
• Ensure cross-infection control and CQC compliance.
• Decontaminate and sterilise instruments correctly.
• Provide chairside support and patient reassurance.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and notes.
• Manage stock and order supplies.
• Support smooth surgery workflow and time management.
• Assist with radiographs in line with IRMER guidelines (if qualified).
• Contribute to a professional, calm, patient-focused environment.

Skills

Infection control

Chairside assistance

Communication skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

GDC registered Dental Nurse

Right to work in the UK

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Dental Nurse

Job Title: Dental Nurse

Location: Dentopedia Group Clinics

Schedule: Monday – Friday & Weekends

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £14 - £16 per hour, depending on experience

Join a Growing, High-Standard Private Dental Group

We are not just hiring a Dental Nurse. We are building a team of future leaders.

About Us

Dentopedia Group is a growing network of modern dental clinics delivering high-quality, ethical dentistry. With over 10 years of experience in private practice ownership, we are known for strong leadership, structured systems, and exceptional patient care.

We are proud of our high staff retention and supportive team culture. Many of our team members have progressed into senior and leadership roles, and we actively promote from within. As we expand, we are seeking Dental Nurses to join our brand new, state-of-the-art premises and grow with a professional, forward-thinking group committed to raising standards.

If you are looking for real career progression within an ambitious and supportive organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during a wide range of treatments
• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms to a high standard
• Ensure strict compliance with cross-infection and CQC protocols
• Decontaminate and sterilise instruments correctly
• Provide chairside support and patient reassurance
• Maintain accurate clinical records and notes
• Manage stock control and order clinical supplies
• Support smooth surgery workflow and time management
• Assist with radiographs in line with IRMER guidelines (if qualified)
• Contribute to a professional, calm, and patient-focused environment

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified and GDC registered Dental Nurse
• Experience in general dentistry (additional skills in implants, orthodontics, or endodontics desirable)
• Strong understanding of infection control standards
• Calm, organised, and able to work efficiently under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Professional appearance and patient-focused attitude
• Confident using dental software and digital systems

Why Join Dentopedia Group

• Clear clinical standards and structured systems
• Modern clinics with high-quality equipment
• Supportive management and leadership
• Opportunities for progression within a growing group
• Ongoing training and professional development

Essential Requirements

• GDC registered Dental Nurse with valid registration
• Fully compliant with CPD requirements
• Right to work in the UK
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Strong understanding of cross-infection control standards
• Confident assisting with a wide range of dental procedures
• Comfortable using dental software and digital systems
• Professional appearance and patient-focused attitude
• Reliable, punctual and organised
• Able to work full-time Monday to Friday & Weekends with mutual agreement

Staff Benefits

As part of your employment with Dentopedia Group, you’ll benefit from:

• Three fully paid staff events each year - Summer Event, Winter Event, and Christmas Party.
• 50% discount on treatments for yourself at any Dentopedia clinic.
• 20% discount for your family members and relatives.
• Ad-Hoc amazon gift vouchers approved by CEO
• Seasonal gifts and Christmas bonus