Dental Nurse

Bupa UK; Southampton; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Training opportunities

Wellbeing support

Flexible working

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care in Southampton is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join our warm, patient‑focused team. You’ll be part of a supportive practice that values your skills and development. This part-time role covers Thursday and Friday, 17 hours a week at Dental Confidence, Southampton, with a focus on delivering high‑quality patient care in a friendly environment.

Being GDC registered is essential. We offer flexible patterns, competitive pay, and access to training and wellbeing resources to

Qualifications

• GDC registered Dental Nurse with strong communication skills and a caring, empathetic approach.
• Works collaboratively and delivers excellent service while building strong relationships with patients and colleagues.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

GDC registered Dental Nurse

Job description

Dental Nurse - Southampton S017 1DN

• Working hours: Part time- Thursday and Friday 17 hours a week
• Location: Dental Confidence, Southampton

Looking for your next step as a Qualified Dental Nurse? Join Bupa Dental Care.

As a Dental Nurse with Bupa Dental Care, you can feel at ease knowing we’re fully invested in you, at every stage of your career. You’ll work in a warm, welcoming environment where you are not only valued, but fairly compensated. And with our flexible working patterns, you can make work life balance a reality.

Benefits that help you feel at ease in your career

• Proud to be a Great Place to Work® Certified employer and recognised as one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Women™ and UK's Best Workplaces for Development™ 2026, reflecting our commitment to an inclusive, supportive culture where people can thrive.
• Industry-leading progression and pay framework, based on your skills and experience.
• Exclusive access to unique training and development opportunities with 300+ online courses available through Bupa Learn, access to Tempdent’s CPD platform and LinkedIn Learning.
• Market-leading wellbeing support, including remote GP services, physiotherapy and mental health support. You’ll receive a fully funded period and menopause plan, a free health assessment and a £350 allowance to use on selected Bupa products.
• Paid for essentials such as registration, DBS checks, professional indemnity and vaccinations, plus access to financial wellbeing support through Stream.
• Flexible working patterns designed to support your life outside of work.
• And much more, from colleague discounts and financial wellbeing support to health and lifestyle benefits designed to support you every day.

Requirements

• GDC registered Dental Nurse with strong communication skills and a caring, empathetic approach.
• Works collaboratively and delivers excellent service while building strong relationships with patients and colleagues.

About Our Dental Confidence, Southampton Practice

Dental Confidence, part of Bupa Dental Care, is a Platinum practice located in Southampton with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality private dental care. The practice attracts patients from across the region and offers a wide range of advanced treatments, including implants, cosmetic dentistry, periodontics, endodontics, and Invisalign. As a Dental Nurse, you’ll be joining a friendly, experienced, and supportive team that is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care. Working alongside skilled clinicians and specialists, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your clinical skills, gain exposure to advanced treatments, and build your confidence in a varied and rewarding environment. Located close to Southampton Common, the practice benefits from excellent transport links and a vibrant local area. With a strong focus on teamwork, learning, and career development, Dental Confidence is an excellent place for a Dental Nurse looking to grow their career within a welcoming and patient-focused practice.

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Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will aim to offer an interview/assessment to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and offer reasonable adjustments to anyone who may benefit from accommodations to the recruitment process.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer