Dental Nurse

Avon Search & Selection; Swanley; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Friendly environment

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is seeking a Dental Nurse in Swanley, Kent to join a welcoming dental team. You will provide chairside assistance, prepare surgeries, and support NHS and private care.

You will maintain infection prevention standards, manage patient records, and work as part of a friendly team. On-site parking is available, with hours rotating and potential for extra hours.

Qualifications

• GDC registration preferred for qualified applicants.
• Good understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance during dental treatments.
• Preparing surgeries, instruments and materials for procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of infection prevention and cross-contamination control.
• Supporting patients throughout their appointments and helping them feel comfortable.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and confidentiality.
• Ensuring the surgery is clean, organised and ready for each patient.
• Working closely with the wider dental team to ensure smooth running of the practice.

Skills

Infection control

Communication

Teamwork

GDC registration

Job description

Dental Nurse

Location: Swanley, Kent

Salary: From £14.00 per hour, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Part Time, Permanent

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dental Nurse to join a friendly and welcoming dental team in Swanley, Kent. The practice provides both NHS and private dental care and is looking for a motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent patient care.

Working Hours

The working pattern includes a mixture of full days and shorter sessions:

• Monday: 8:15am 1:00pm, with alternate afternoons from 2:00pm 5:30pm
• Tuesday: 8:15am 5:30pm
• Wednesday: 8:15am 5:30pm
• Friday: 8:00am 5:00pm

Additional hours and Saturday work may also be available.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance during dental treatments.
• Preparing surgeries, instruments and materials for procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of infection prevention and cross-contamination control.
• Supporting patients throughout their appointments and helping them feel comfortable.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and adhering to confidentiality requirements.
• Ensuring the surgery is clean, organised and ready for each patient.
• Working closely with the wider dental team to ensure the smooth running of the practice.

Requirements

• GDC registration is preferred for qualified applicants.
• A good understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional, caring and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Relevant immunisation in line with EPP guidelines.
• A full CV and references will be required.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary starting from £14.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Full-time, permanent opportunity.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• On-site parking.
• Potential for additional hours and Saturday work.