Dental Nurse

Newcastle - Heaton Dental Clinic; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GDC fees covered

CPD funded

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing support

Extra leave

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

PortmanDentex in Newcastle – Heaton Dental Clinic is recruiting a Qualified Dental Nurse to join a busy six-surgery practice serving NHS and private patients. The role is full-time and permanent, with Saturdays on a 1-in-2 rota, and a modern, well-equipped clinic environment.

You will work with an experienced clinical team, supporting a range of treatments and ensuring high standards of patient care. A competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits package are on offer.

Qualifications

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration.
• Positive, empathetic approach, with strong communication.
• A team player who thrives on providing great service and building relationships with colleagues and patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist the clinical team in delivering patient care across six surgeries.
• Support procedures including implants, endodontics, periodontics and oral surgery.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Empathy

Education

Dental Nursing qualification

Active GDC registration

Job description

• PortmanDentex Location: Newcastle - Heaton Dental Clinic
• Vacancy Type: Nurse - Qualified
• Department: Practices - North

Job Description

So much more than a pair of helping hands – come and be a valued part of our team!

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 Heaton Dental Clinic practice in Newcastle.

• Full-time, permanent position - including Saturdays on a 1-in-2 rota
• Working hours: Four weekdays from 8:45am to 5:45pm, one shorter weekday from 8:45am to 1:45pm, and alternate Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 1:30pm
• Rotas planned in advance to help you manage your work-life balance
• Competitive hourly ratefrom£13.98per hour
• 6-surgery practice caring for both NHS and private patients
• Fully modernised and well-equipped practice environment
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced clinical team offering treatments including implants, endodontics, periodontics and oral surgery
• Free on-street parking available, with excellent transport links nearby
• Supportive and long-standing team with low staff turnover

About you

We’d love to receive your application to our Dental Nurse vacancy if you have the following skills and experience:

• 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

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
• Additional reward: bonus scheme based on practice performance
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme
• Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Financial Security: Life assurance and 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.

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Additional Information

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.