Experienced Dental Nurse

West End Dental Group; Colwyn Bay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Colwyn Bay is seeking a highly skilled Dental Nurse to join their team. You will provide chairside assistance, manage patient records, and ensure high standards of patient care. GDC registration is essential, and experience in radiography and sedation is preferred. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, 20 days annual leave, and opportunities for career progression. Welsh-speaking candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• GDC registration or working towards qualification.
• Preferred experience in radiography, sedation, and implant nursing.
• Commitment to high standards and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance to dental professionals.
• Cleaning and sterilising instruments to clinical standards.
• Managing stock and patient records efficiently.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication skills

IT proficiency

Education

GDC registered Dental Nurse

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

West End Dental Colwyn Bay has an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced Dental Nurse to join our professional and friendly team.

We are seeking a dedicated individual with a passion for patient care and a strong background in dental nursing. Additional experience in radiography, sedation, and implants is highly desirable.

Based at our Colwyn Bay clinic, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality dental care and ensuring the smooth operation of clinical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance to dental surgeons, therapists, and hygienists
• Supporting complex treatments including implants, sedation, and radiography (if qualified)
• Cleaning and sterilising instruments and surgeries to the highest clinical standards
• Offering compassionate patient care and ensuring a positive patient experience
• Efficiently managing stock, clinical notes, and patient records
• Adhering to infection control and health & safety protocols

What We’re Looking For

• GDC registered Dental Nurse (or working towards qualification)
• Experience in radiography, sedation, and implant nursing (preferred but not essential)
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills
• A professional and caring approach to patient care
• Confidence with IT systems, including Microsoft Office
• A commitment to maintaining high standards and continuous professional development

Working Hours & Location

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8 am – 5 pm)
• Occasional travel to other West End Dental locations (mileage allowance provided)

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Opportunity for career progression into senior roles
• Work in a state-of-the-art dental practice with advanced scanning and digital X-ray technology, and onsite digital laboratory
• Join a highly respected team, led by Dr. Trevor Ferguson – Past Dean of the Faculty of General Dental Practice, Royal College of Surgeons (England)

Welsh-speaking candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you’re an experienced Dental Nurse looking for a rewarding and dynamic role, we’d love to hear from you!