Dental Nurse, Orthodontics

Portman Dental Care; Brighton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing support

Extra Leave

Family support

Life assurance & pension

Job summary

Portman Dental Care—Portman Smile Clinic in Brighton is looking for a qualified Dental Nurse to join our specialist orthodontic team. You will provide chairside support, prepare rooms, and ensure patient comfort during NHS and private treatments.

The ideal candidate will hold a recognised dental nursing qualification and GDC registration; orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential as full training is provided. We offer competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration.
• Caring and empathetic approach, with strong communication skills.
• Orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support in a busy orthodontic practice.
• Assist clinicians during procedures and prepare treatment rooms.
• Ensure patient comfort and maintain high standards of infection control.

Skills

Caring & empathy

Communication skills

Education

Recognised dental nursing qualification

Job description

• PortmanDentex Location: Brighton - Portman Smile Clinic
• Vacancy Type: Nurse - Qualified
• Department: Practices - Orthodontics

Job Description

Are you a qualified Dental Nurse looking for an exciting new opportunity?

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 Brighton - Portman Smile Clinic

• Typical shifts: Wednesday & Friday 8:15-5:15
• Competitive hourly rate from: £14 per hour
• Specialist Orthodontic practice, caring for both NHS and private patients
• Modern and well-equipped surgeries, working alongside Specialist Orthodontists and Therapists

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 caring and empathetic approach, with strong communicationskills
• 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

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

• 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 where your skills and ambitions make a real difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We’re united by a passion for great dentistry, putting patients first and helping each other grow both at work and beyond.

Application process

When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, plus answers to a few quick questions — and that’s it! You’ll hear back from us as soon as we can, whatever the outcome.

Ready to join us? Click apply to take the next step in your Dental Nursing career.

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.