Dental Nurse

Leighton Buzzard - Peartree Dental Practice; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GDC fees covered

Indemnity covered

CPD costs covered

Bonus scheme

Extra leave

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Job summary

PortmanDentex's Pear Tree Dental Practice in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a qualified dental nurse to join our friendly, modern 3-surgery practice. You will support private patients and work within nurse-led clinics, with typical shifts 08:30–17:30 on Tue and Thu (and some Fridays).

GDC registration and a recognised dental nursing qualification are essential. Orthodontic experience is helpful but not required; full training will be provided.

Qualifications

• recognised Dental Nursing qualification and GDC registration.
• A positive, empathetic approach with strong communication skills.
• A team player who thrives on great service and relationships.
• Orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential; full training provided.

Skills

GDC registered

Dental nursing

Communication

Team player

Orthodontics helpful

Job description

Great dentistry needs great dental nurses – and that’s where you come in

Are you ready to step into a new challenge in a friendly and modern setting? If so, we’ve got a vacancy at our welcoming Pear Tree Dental Practice in Leighton Buzzard

Typical shifts: 08:30–17:30 Tuesday, Thursday (and every other Friday if possible )

Competitive hourly rate from: £14.50 dependent on your experience

3-surgery, caring for private patients

Modern and well-equipped surgeries, working alongside Specialists and Therapists

Opportunity to work independently within our nurse-led clinics, and fully within your scope of practice

Parking available

Great location close to town centre

About you

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration
• A positive and empathetic approach, with strong communication skills
• A team player who thrives on providing great service and building relationships with colleagues and patients
• Orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided

What do you get in return?

In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package also includes:

• Professional Fees Covered: GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs fully covered
• Clear career pathway and development opportunities: including CPD events, intra-oral scanning training, funded formal qualifications, and support to progress in line with your aspirations
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme
• Additional Reward: bonus scheme based on practice performance
• Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Financial Security: Contributory pension scheme

Who are we?

PortmanDentex is a leading dental group supporting more than 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We put patients at the heart of what we do and create an inclusive environment where colleagues can grow and make a real difference. Working in partnership and always looking for ways to improve, we are building a better future for our patients, practices and people.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.