Dental Nurse (38517) -

Bupa Dental Care; Penarth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work

Best Workplace for Women

Best Workplace for Development 2026

Bupa Learn access

Wellbeing support

Flexible working

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care Penarth is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join our welcoming practice. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule and a chance to work in a supportive team.

You will provide chairside assistance, maintain high standards of patient care, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-focused environment with ongoing training through Bupa Learn.

We value flexible patterns and work-life balance, with comprehensive benefits and a long-standing local presence.

Qualifications

• GDC registered Dental Nurse with excellent patient care.
• Strong communication and empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during procedures and ensure patient comfort.
• Support everyday practice operations and hygiene protocols.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

GDC registered Dental Nurse

Job description

Dental Nurse - Penarth, CF64 2AJ

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

• Working hours: Full time- Monday to Friday 37.12 hours a week
• Location: Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan

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 Bupa Dental Care Penarth practice

Bupa Dental Care Penarth is a long-established, award-winning practice that has been caring for the local community for over 90 years from its beautiful Victorian building in the heart of Penarth. The practice has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality patient care and remains a valued part of the local community.

Located in the sought-after seaside town of Penarth, the practice offers the perfect balance of coastal living and city convenience, with Cardiff city centre just a short journey away. This excellent location provides easy access to shops, restaurants, transport links, and local attractions, making it a great place to work and enjoy a fantastic work-life balance.

As a Dental Nurse, you'll join a friendly and supportive team delivering a wide range of treatments including general, cosmetic, restorative, and orthodontic dentistry. The practice offers a welcoming environment where teamwork, patient care, and professional development are highly valued, making it an excellent place to build your career with Bupa Dental Care.

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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