Head Nurse

Together Dental; Basildon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Discounted dental treatment after 6m

Fully funded DBS checks

CPD support and training

Auto enrolment into a pension

Staff referral schemes

Job summary

Together Dental is seeking an experienced Head Dental Nurse in Basildon to lead the nursing team while delivering outstanding patient care. You will work with the Practice Manager and clinicians to maintain clinical standards, ensure a positive patient experience, and foster a supportive work environment.

The role offers leadership responsibilities with opportunities for professional development and collaboration with a dedicated practice team committed to NHS and private patients alike.

Qualifications

• GDC registration as a qualified Dental Nurse.
• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification.
• Significant experience in a dental practice.
• Previous leadership or senior-role experience or potential to step into one.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate the dental nursing team.
• Maintain highest standards of patient care and clinical excellence.
• Oversee compliance with GDC standards, CQC regulations, HTM guidance and infection control.
• Coordinate nurse rotas and ensure clinical cover.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Organisation

Education

GDC registration

Job description

The Opportunity

Location: Basildon

Salary: £16 - £17.75 (dependent on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8:45am - 5:45pm and Friday 7:45am - 4:15pm)

Contract: Permanent

We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and compassionate Head Dental Nurse to lead the nursing team at our busy, patient-focused dental practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Dental Nurse who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care while supporting, developing, and inspiring colleagues. As Head Nurse, you will work closely with the Practice Manager and clinicians to ensure the practice consistently delivers exceptional clinical standards, an outstanding patient experience, and a positive working environment.

Our Practice Team sits at the heart of our business, and we firmly believe that being a Dental Nurse is a vocation - not just a job. As such, we are always looking for ways to invest in your continuous professional development.

The Role

As Head Dental Nurse, You Will

• Lead, support, and motivate the dental nursing team.
• Ensure the highest standards of patient care and clinical excellence are maintained.
• Oversee compliance with GDC standards, CQC regulations, HTM guidance, infection prevention and control protocols, and company policies.
• Coordinate nurse rotas and ensure appropriate clinical cover.
• Support the recruitment, induction, mentoring, and ongoing development of Dental Nurses.
• Carry out regular clinical audits and maintain accurate compliance records.
• Work closely with the Practice Manager to identify opportunities for service improvement and operational efficiency.
• Support clinicians to ensure surgeries run efficiently and patients receive an exceptional experience.
• Lead by example by providing chairside support and maintaining excellent clinical standards.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• GDC registration as a qualified Dental Nurse.
• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification.
• Significant experience working within a dental practice.
• Previous experience in a senior or leadership role, or the ambition and capability to step into one.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and people management skills.
• A sound understanding of CQC requirements, cross-infection control, safeguarding, and clinical governance.
• A proactive, organised, and positive approach to leadership and problem-solving.

Additional qualifications such as Radiography, Oral Health Education, Sedation, or mentoring are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Staff referral schemes
• Industry leading Nurse banding structure
• Birthday leave
• Discounted dental treatment after 6 months service, extended to family after 12 months
• Fully funded DBS checks
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, your mental well being matters to us!
• CPD support and training with 24/7 access to the very best dental educators
• Support from our People Team, Finance and other supportteams should you ever need it
• Auto enrolment into a pension after 3 months service
• Career mobility and progression opportunities

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced Dental Nurse ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding patient care, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

The Company

Together Dental is a growing group of practices led by forward thinking, caring dentists with a shared vision to provide outstanding dental care for both NHS and private patients.

We value the trust that our patients have placed in us and work hard to protect that trust. Our team are passionate about working together to deliver the best possible care in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Working With Us

Cultures & Values

We support each other, providing outstanding service to practices and our dentists.

We educate our patients empowering them to make informed decisions about their oral health.

There is a sense of energy and purpose behind everything we do.

We instil trust in our teams and patients via our empathetic and supportive approach.