Lead Dental Nurse

Henry Schein Dental Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site parking

Job summary

Henry Schein Dental Recruitment in Birmingham is seeking a Lead Dental Nurse to support clinicians with advanced implant treatments and full-mouth rehabilitation in a five-star practice. The role requires proactive leadership and a focus on infection control and patient care.

You will lead junior staff, maintain high clinical standards, and contribute to audits while ensuring patient comfort and safety. A competitive salary and ongoing CPD opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years clinical dental nursing experience.
• Implant Nursing experience is essential.
• English language is required.

Responsibilities

• Chairside assistance to dentists and hygienists during implant and cosmetic procedures.
• Prepare, maintain, and turn over treatment rooms to a high standard.
• Sterilise and organise instruments following HTM 01-05 protocols.
• Take, process, and store dental radiographs (if certified).
• Support patients before, during, and after procedures, ensuring comfort and reassurance.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and manage patient files with discretion and professionalism.
• Educate patients on oral health, aftercare, and hygiene practices.
• Ensure clinical and communal areas are immaculate and well-stocked at all times.
• Lead and motivate junior nursing staff, supporting training and development.
• Uphold CQC and GDC standards and contribute to audits and inspections.

Skills

Lead Dental Nurse

Implant Nursing

Chairside assistance

Infection control

HTM 01-05 protocols

Radiographs

CPD/Training

Job description

LEAD DENTAL NURSE REQUIRED IN BIRMINGHAM

To work Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Offering Competitive salary, dependent on experience

Must have minimum 4 years clinical dental nursing experience to apply

Implant Nursing experience is essential

Language: English (required)

We are looking for a dedicated, experienced, and proactive Lead Dental Nurse to join our five-star dental practice.

You will play a pivotal role in supporting our clinicians with advanced treatments, including dental implants and full-mouth rehabilitation, while maintaining the highest standards of clinical care, infection control, and patient support.

Key Responsibilities

• Chairside assistance to dentists and hygienists during a wide range of treatments, including implant and cosmetic procedures
• Prepare, maintain, and turn over treatment rooms to a high standard
• Sterilise and organise instruments following HTM 01-05 protocols
• Take, process, and store dental radiographs (if certified)
• Support patients before, during, and after procedures, ensuring comfort and reassurance
• Maintain accurate clinical records and manage patient files with discretion and professionalism
• Educate patients on oral health, aftercare, and hygiene practices
• Ensure clinical and communal areas are immaculate and well-stocked at all times
• Lead and motivate junior nursing staff, supporting training and development
• Uphold CQC and GDC standards and contribute to audits and inspections

Benefits

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Opportunity to work in a luxury, modern, state-of-the-art practice

Continuous professional development and training

Supportive and close-knit clinical team

Recognition and opportunities for career progression