Dental Nurse Team Lead

NHS; Otley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading dental center as a Dental Nurse Team Lead in Otley! This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team and ensure excellent patient service while providing professional guidance as a qualified GDC registered Dental Nurse. Enjoy comprehensive perks and a commitment to personal development in a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Paid birthday off

Summer & Christmas Team Social Events

Easter gift

Voucher at Christmas

Access to mental health first aiders

Discounted gym membership

Free Dental Health Checks & Routine Hygiene Treatment

Contemporary uniform provided

Qualifications

• Fully qualified GDC registered Dental Nurse.
• Experience leading or supervising a team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Nursing Team to deliver excellent service to patients and clinicians.
• Conduct general walk-arounds and spot checks for cleanliness.
• Manage stock and carry out audits and checks as required.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Team Management

Education

Leadership Qualification

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Dental Nurse or aspiring Dental Nurse looking to take the leap into Leadership!

We are looking for a Dental Nurse Team Lead/Lead Dental Nurse to join our fantastic team in Otley!

Main duties of the job

The Role:

You will be a fully qualified GDC registered Dental Nurse. As the Lead Dental Nurse, you will be a key part of the Centre Leadership Team. You will work closely with the Centre Manager and Dental Nurse Mentor to support the smooth running of the centre.

You will be responsible for leading the nursing team by being an excellent role model, supporting the team to deliver excellent nursing support to clinicians. You will work with clinicians carrying out chairside nursing support whilst ensuring the patient enjoys an excellent customer service experience. You will also work within the decontamination room in line with HTM 01-05 and CQC compliance.

About us

Who we are:

We pride ourselves on delivering excellent customer service to our patients, creating a positive workplace culture and environment for our teams.

We offer a wide range of services in our dental centres, including general dentistry, dental implants, Invisalign, orthodontics, composite bonding, oral surgery, facial aesthetics, and more!

Why join us? We have some brilliant benefits and perks, including:

• Welcoming, supportive, and committed leaders
• Your birthday off, paid!
• Summer & Christmas Team Social Events
• Easter gift for you to enjoy
• Voucher at Christmas time to treat yourself
• Rewards for referring talented individuals
• Access to mental health first aiders
• Regular check-in meetings with your line manager
• Development & progression opportunities with a structured personal development plan
• Positive culture centered around team and excellent customer service
• Team Member of the Quarter awards
• Discounted gym membership to support your wellbeing
• Free Dental Health Checks & Routine Hygiene Treatment plus discounted dental treatment
• Access to Blue Light Card and discounts
• DBS check fee covered
• Contemporary uniform provided

Job responsibilities

• Lead the Nursing Team to deliver excellent service to patients and clinicians
• Follow Lead Nurse Workflow and keep it updated
• Ensure staff wear correct uniform, PPE, and badges
• Conduct general walk-arounds and spot checks for cleanliness and checklist completion
• Manage stock and place orders
• Manage Emergency Kit & First Aid Kit
• Carry out Surgery & CDU Spot Checks
• Ensure weekly CDU & Surgery Checklists and logs are completed and up to date
• Manage stock rotation, ensuring longest expiry dates are used first
• Plan and conduct training with Nurses as per Nurse Training Schedule
• Carry out audits and checks as required

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Leadership Qualification

Experience

• Experience working as a Dental Nurse
• Experience leading or supervising a team