Orthodontic Nurse

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking available

Professional fees covered (GDC, indemn

CPD costs

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing support

Extra leave

Family support

Pension

Job summary

PortmanDentex in Canterbury is seeking a qualifiedDental Nurse to join the Orthodontics team at the Portman Smile Clinic. You will work in a modern, NHS and private care setting with three surgeries and a nurse-led clinic structure.

The role offers an hourly rate starting at £13.25, opportunities to develop orthodontic skills, and a supportive environment with progression potential and parking available.

Qualifications

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration.
• A caring and empathetic approach, with strong communication skills.
• A team player who thrives on providing great service and building relationships with colleagues and patients.
• Orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within our nurse-led clinics and fully within your scope of practice.
• Work alongside Specialist Orthodontists and Therapists, ensuring high standards of patient care.

Skills

Dental nurse qualifications

GDC registration

Communication skills

Team player

Orthodontic experience

Education

Dental Nurse qualification

Job description

• PortmanDentex Location: Canterbury - Portman Smile Clinic
• Vacancy Type: Nurse - Qualified
• Department: Practices - Orthodontics

Job Description

Are you a qualified Dental Nurse looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Are you ready to step into a new challenge in a friendly and modern setting? If so, we’ve got a vacancy at our welcomingCanterbury - Portman Smile Clinic

• Typical shifts:Monday 0830-1730
• Competitive hourly rate from: £13.25
• 3-surgery, specialist Orthodontic practice,caring for both NHS and private patients
• Modern and well-equipped surgeries,working alongside Specialist Orthodontists and Therapists
• Opportunity to work independently within ournurse-led clinics, and fully within your scope of practice
• Parking available

About you

We’d love to receive your application to our Dental Nurse vacancy if you have the following skills and experience:

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration
• A caring and empathetic approach, with strong communication skills
• A team player who thrives on providing great service and building relationships with colleagues and patients
• Orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided

What do you get in return?

In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package also includes:

• Professional Fees Covered:GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs fully covered
• Clear career pathway and development opportunities: including CPD events, intra-oral scanning training, funded formal qualifications, and support to progress in line with your aspirations
• Bonus schemebased on practice performance
• Wellbeing Support:24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme
• Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days
• Family Support:Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Financial Security:Life assurance and contributory pension scheme

Who are we?

PortmanDentexis a leading dental group where your skills and ambitions make a real difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We’re united by apassionfor great dentistry, puttingpatients firstandhelping each other growboth at work and beyond.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.