Lead Dental Nurse (Sedation)

Envisage Dental; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded sedation training

Contributory pension scheme

Paid birthday leave

Employee referral scheme

Uniform provided

Job summary

Oakmead Dental Practice in East Grinstead, West Sussex, is hiring a Lead Dental Nurse (Sedation) on a part-time basis. The role combines hands-on chairside nursing with a senior position supporting colleagues and maintaining high patient care standards.

Fully funded sedation training is available for the right candidate. The practice offers a friendly team, competitive pay up to £16 per hour, and a pathway to develop senior clinical leadership skills.

Qualifications

• GDC registration as Dental Nurse is required or in progress toward sedation qualifications.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and infection control.
• Ability to lead and support nursing team in a small practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support across dental treatments.
• Assist with sedation procedures in line with training.
• Prepare surgeries, instruments and equipment.
• Reassure patients with compassionate care.
• Support and guide the nursing team.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and infection control standards.

Skills

GDC registered

Patient care

Team leadership

Communication

Clinical standards

Work pattern

Job description

Lead Dental Nurse (Sedation)

Oakmead Dental Practice | East Grinstead, West Sussex | Permanent | Part-Time 27.75 Hours | Fully Funded Training Available

Job location: East Grinstead, West Sussex

Postcode: RH19 3LH

Salary: Up to £16.00 per hour, depending on experience

Must be Sedation trained or willing to train in sedation

Are you a GDC-registered Dental Nurse looking to develop your career? Whether you already hold a sedation qualification, are currently working towards one, or would love the opportunity to gain this specialist skill, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

Oakmead Dental Practice is looking for an enthusiastic Lead Dental Nurse to join our friendly team in East Grinstead. This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands‑on clinical nursing with a senior role supporting colleagues and maintaining excellent standards of patient care. For the right candidate, we will fund the full cost of a recognised sedation training course, helping you develop specialist skills and progress your career.

Why Join Oakmead?

• Competitive pay: Up to £16.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Fully funded sedation training: The full cost of a recognised sedation training course will be funded by the practice for the right candidate.
• Career development: Opportunities to develop clinical expertise and leadership skills.
• Supportive team: A friendly, collaborative working environment.
• Additional benefits: Contributory pension scheme, paid birthday leave, employee referral scheme and uniform provided.

Working Hours

• Monday: 8.00am-5.30pm (1-hour unpaid break)
• Tuesday: 8.00am-5.30pm (1-hour unpaid break)
• Wednesday: 8.00am-5.30pm (1-hour unpaid break)
• Saturday: 8.30am-1.00pm (alternate weeks only)

Sedation Qualification and Training

We welcome applications from:

• Qualified candidates who already hold a recognised sedation nursing qualification.
• Candidates in training who are enrolled on a sedation course or working towards their qualification.
• Candidates seeking development who are experienced Dental Nurses keen to undertake sedation training, with the full course cost funded by the practice for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

As Lead Dental Nurse, you'll work closely with our clinicians to provide high-quality chairside support and help ensure the smooth running of the practice. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing surgeries, instruments and equipment.
• Providing chairside assistance across a range of dental treatments.
• Supporting sedation procedures in line with your training and competence.
• Reassuring patients and delivering compassionate care.
• Supporting and guiding the nursing team.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Upholding decontamination, infection prevention and control standards.
• Supporting clinical compliance and promoting best practice.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• GDC registered as a Dental Nurse.
• Passionate about patient care and professional development.
• Organised, proactive and confident working independently and as part of a team.
• An effective communicator with a professional and approachable manner.
• Committed to high clinical, compliance and infection control standards.
• Able to work the agreed pattern, including alternate-week Saturdays.

About Oakmead Dental Practice

Oakmead is a welcoming three surgery practice in East Grinstead, West Sussex, conveniently located close to the local train station. Our converted house has all three surgeries on the ground floor, providing a comfortable and accessible environment.

We pride ourselves on our friendly, supportive culture, collaborative approach, and commitment to high quality patient care. You'll be joining a close knit team where colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to the success of the practice.

The Envisage Dental Group is certified B-Corp, we celebrate collaboration and transparency. We are proud to be an inclusive equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. As part of our commitment to closing the Gender Pay Gap, we do not request or consider salary history at any stage of our recruitment process.