Dental Nurse

Envisage Dental | Certified B Corp™ | Redefining Group Dentistry; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

GDC registration covered

Pension scheme

Birthday leave

Referral bonus

Uniform provided

Car parking nearby

Team events

Professional development

Job summary

Chalkwell Dental Practice is seeking a friendly and professional Dental Nurse to join the private practice team on a part-time basis. You will work closely with clinicians to provide chairside support and ensure patients receive high-quality care in a modern setting near the beach.

We offer GDC registration, ongoing training, a pension scheme, and various staff benefits. The role includes Monday and Friday shifts with competitive hourly pay up to £14.00 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• GDC registration as a Dental Nurse is required.
• Previous experience in a dental practice is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to high clinical and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support to clinicians.
• Prepare surgeries and ensure instruments and materials are ready.
• Support clinicians across dental procedures.
• Welcomes and reassures patients during treatment.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Observe infection prevention and control procedures.
• Clean, sterilise and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Keep surgeries clean, stocked and well organised.
• Support efficient practice operations and clinical sessions.
• Collaborate with the wider dental team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

GDC registration

Dental nurse experience

Communication skills

Infection control

Team collaboration

Job description

Up To £14.00 Per Hour, Depending On Experience

Join our friendly and supportive team as a Dental Nurse within a modern private dental practice.At Chalkwell Dental Practice, we are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and professional

Dental Nurse | Part-Time | Chalkwell Dental Practice

Chalkwell Dental Practice | Southend-On-Sea | Permanent | Part-Time (Monday & Friday)

Up To £14.00 Per Hour, Depending On Experience

Join our friendly and supportive team as a Dental Nurse within a modern private dental practice.

At Chalkwell Dental Practice, we are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and professional Dental Nurse to join our experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Dental Nurse who enjoys working closely with clinicians and patients and takes pride in delivering high standards of clinical care.

Chalkwell Dental is a private practice with a warm, supportive feel. Patients often tell us they feel genuinely cared for, and we want our team to feel the same. We work to high standards, enjoy what we do, and support each other as a team.

Working Hours

Monday: 8:15am-5:45pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break

Friday: 8:00am-1:30pm

Employee Benefits

• Up to £14.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Company-paid GDC registration and professional registrations.
• Ongoing training and support from an experienced, friendly team.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Extra paid day off on your birthday.
• Referral bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided.
• Residential parking nearby.
• Team events that everyone can enjoy.
• Modern, well-presented practice near the beach.
• Annual appraisals to support career development.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.

The Role

As a Dental Nurse, you'll work closely with our clinicians to provide excellent chairside support and ensure our patients receive safe, comfortable and compassionate care throughout their treatment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality chairside assistance to clinicians.
• Preparing surgeries and ensuring all equipment and materials are ready for treatment.
• Supporting clinicians across a range of dental procedures.
• Welcoming and reassuring patients throughout their treatment journey.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and patient documentation.
• Carrying out appropriate infection prevention and control procedures.
• Cleaning, sterilising and maintaining dental instruments and equipment.
• Ensuring surgeries are clean, well organised and appropriately stocked.
• Supporting the smooth running of the practice and clinical sessions.
• Working collaboratively with the wider dental team.
• Providing a professional and caring experience for every patient.
• Supporting the practice in maintaining high standards of compliance, health and safety and patient care.

About You

We are looking for a personable, proactive and professional Dental Nurse who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team.

The ideal candidate will have:

• GDC registration as a Dental Nurse.
• Previous experience working within a dental practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A friendly, caring and professional approach to patient care.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence providing chairside support to clinicians.
• A good understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues.
• A commitment to maintaining high clinical and professional standards.

Experience in private dentistry would be advantageous, although we would welcome applications from Dental Nurses who are passionate about developing their skills and career.

The Envisage Dental Group is certified B-Corp. We celebrate collaboration and transparency and are proud to be an inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace. We have created a workforce that is reflective of our diverse patient and practice communities, that promotes positivity, and we believe this is critical to our success. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. As part of our commitment to closing the Gender Pay Gap and ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, we do not request or consider salary history at any stage of our recruitment process. Our compensation decisions are based on the requirements of the role, relevant skills and experience, and our commitment to fair and equitable pay. ENVDN1