Dental nurses

Bupa; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical care provider is seeking a Qualified Dental Nurse in Gillingham, UK. The ideal candidate will ensure high standards of patient care, manage clinical responsibilities such as updating patient records, and provide chair-side support to dentists. This full-time role offers competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and various employee benefits including mental health support and career pathways. Candidates must be GDC registered and have relevant dental experience.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to MyHealthcare platform

Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Mental health support programs

Discounted dental insurance

Career support and pathways

Qualifications

• GDC Registered Dental Nurse required.
• Professional Dental experience preferred.
• Valid DBS check covered by Bupa Dental Care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure CQC requirements are met and maintain high standards of care.
• Update patient records digitally.
• Provide clinical chair-side support to dentists.

Skills

GDC Registered

Professional Dental experience

Ability to cover receptionist duties

Job description

About the Role

Qualified Dental Nurse skills and experience required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure CQC requirements are met and maintain high standards of care.
• Update patient records – digitally held.
• Set up decontamination of instruments.
• Provide clinical chair‑side support to dentists.
• Undertake some reception duties.
• Show willingness to provide exceptional patient care.

Qualifications & Requirements

• GDC Registered.
• Professional Dental experience preferred.
• Valid DBS check – covered by Bupa Dental Care.
• Professional indemnity – covered by Bupa Dental Care.
• Qualified Dental Nurse with ability to cover receptionist duties.

Employment Details

• Location: Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4FA.
• Hours: Monday to Saturday, 40 hours a week.
• Employment type: Full‑time.

Why Bupa Dental Care?

A family feel, with the security and stability that comes with being part of Bupa. You’ll benefit from exceptional development and opportunities in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates which increase with experience.
• Access to MyHealthcare, a free support and treatment platform; also a MyHealthcare Allowance (~£350).
• My Bupa Extras – discounts at favourite retailers and financial wellbeing resources.
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities, including online providers.
• Mental health support: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine, Personal Energy wellbeing programme.
• Discounted dental insurance for you and immediate family.
• Additional health benefits: Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual flu vaccine, discounted eye tests, Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
• Wagestream – access your income before payday.
• Career support: dental nurse career pathways to senior roles, free specialist training, free CPD.
• We cover your GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity – saving you hundreds of pounds.
• Shop discounts (over 700 stores), gym discounts, employee referral scheme, and more.
• Career framework linking pay to skills, qualifications and progression.