Dental Nurse

Jennifer Whalley; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern high-end practice

9-surgery multidisciplinary team

Parking nearby

Job summary

Hadleigh Dental Surgery in Hadleigh, Suffolk, is seeking an experienced, qualified Dental Nurse to join a multidisciplinary private and specialist practice. You will provide chairside support across a varied clinical caseload, prepare surgeries and equipment, and help maintain high standards of patient care in a modern, 9-surgery environment.

You will work with dentists, specialists and clinicians, delivering excellent patient experience, maintaining records, and ensuring infection prevention

Qualifications

• GDC registered and experienced Dental Nurse.
• Qualified and experienced Dental Nurse with team-based approach.
• Confident providing chairside support and caring for patients.
• Patient-focused with excellent communication and professional conduct.
• Reliable, organised and able to work in a busy multidisciplinary practice.
• Keen to continue developing clinical skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support to dentists and clinicians.
• Prepare surgeries and equipment for procedures.
• Support a variety of dental treatments and maintain standards.
• Ensure patients feel comfortable and well cared for.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Follow high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Collaborate with wider practice team to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

GDC registered

Chairside support

Patient-focused

Team player

Tools

CBCT scanner

Digital Ceph

Trios

Endodontic equipment

Job description

Full-Time Qualified Dental Nurse | Hadleigh Dental Surgery | Suffolk

Looking for a Dental Nursing role where you’ll be valued, supported and part of a close-knit team?

Hadleigh Dental Surgery could be the perfect next step for you.

We’re looking for an experienced, qualified Dental Nurse to join our established multidisciplinary private and specialist practice in the heart of Hadleigh, Suffolk.

With over 40 years of providing high-quality patient care, we have built an excellent reputation through word of mouth and a loyal patient base. Following significant investment and a major refurbishment, we now have 9 modern surgeries and continue to grow.

Why Join Us?

You’ll benefit from:

• Full-time employed position, with part-time options also available. We’re happy to consider part-time contracts for those looking to work full days, so please get in touch and let us know what you’re looking for.
• Working hours between 8.45am – 5.45pm with a late night on a Tuesday until 19.45
• A modern, high-end practice following a major refurbishment
• 9-surgery multidisciplinary environment with a varied clinical caseload
• Excellent technology, including CBCT scanner, digital Ceph, Trios and specialist endodontic equipment
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced dentists, specialists and clinicians with special interests
• Opportunities to develop your skills and broaden your clinical experience
• A friendly and supportive team with annual social events
• Welcoming team facilities
• Convenient Hadleigh High Street location, with parking nearby

About the Practice

Hadleigh Dental Surgery is a multidisciplinary private and specialist practice serving patients across Hadleigh, Ipswich, Colchester and the surrounding areas.

We offer a wide range of treatments, including general and cosmetic dentistry, implants, periodontics, oral surgery and endodontics.

Our recent expansion has created a modern clinical environment with the technology and facilities to support both our patients and clinical team.

Your Role

As a Dental Nurse, you’ll provide high-quality chairside support across a varied range of treatments while helping to ensure an excellent patient experience.

You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside clinicians across different specialisms, making this a great environment to continue developing your experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing chairside support to dentists and clinicians
• Preparing surgeries and equipment
• Supporting a variety of dental treatments
• Ensuring patients feel comfortable and well cared for
• Maintaining accurate clinical records
• Following high standards of infection prevention and control
• Working collaboratively with the wider practice team

About You

We’re looking for a qualified and experienced Dental Nurse who takes pride in their work and puts patients at the heart of everything they do.

You’ll be:

• GDC registered
• An experienced Dental Nurse
• Confident providing chairside support
• Patient-focused with excellent communication skills
• Reliable, organised and professional
• Comfortable working in a busy multidisciplinary practice
• Keen to continue developing your clinical skills
• A strong team player

Working Hours

Full-time, working between 8.45am and 5.45pm, with a later finish on Tuesdays until 7.45pm.

Start date: December 2026