Overseas Qualified Dentist as Trainee Dental Nurse

Synergy Dental Clinic Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental clinic is seeking qualified dentists overseas for a Trainee Dental Nurse position that offers the chance to gain UK dental experience while preparing for ORE exams. This role includes hands-on training, support for GDC registration, and a competitive salary, ensuring a strong transition into UK dentistry.

Benefits

Certificate of Sponsorship (COS)

Support with NEBDN Dental Nursing course

Competitive salary while training

Qualifications

• Qualified dentist from outside the UK/EU.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Motivated to learn UK clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during various procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes.
• Help manage patient flow and appointments.

Skills

Patient Communication

Clinical Hygiene Standards

Infection Control Protocols

Education

International Dental Qualification

Job description

Are you a qualified dentist overseas looking to begin your career in the UK dental sector? This Trainee Dental Nurse position offers a structured, supported pathway to gain hands-on experience, UK registration, and ultimately progress toward practicing as a dentist in the UK. This role is ideal for overseas dentists who are working toward passing the ORE exams.

We have various locations available around the North West.

What’s Included:

• Full-time Trainee Dental Nurse position with salary and practical experience in a UK dental practice
• We will provide you with a Certificate Of Sponsorship (COS)
• Support in enrolling onto the NEBDN Dental Nursing course (a required step for GDC registration as a Dental Nurse)
• Exposure to UK clinical procedures, cross-infection control standards, and NHS/private dentistry operations
• Training in patient communication, record keeping, and chairside assisting
• Guidance on progressing toward ORE exams and GDC registration (if applicable)

There will be an administrative charge for this.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during a range of procedures, ensuring the comfort and safety of patients
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical notes
• Help manage patient flow, appointments, and treatment coordination
• Follow UK infection control protocols and maintain clinical hygiene standards
• Communicate confidently with patients and team members in English
• Support day-to-day practice administration as needed

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Qualified dentist from outside the UK/EU
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Committed to developing a career in UK dentistry
• Professional, motivated, and eager to learn UK clinical and regulatory standards
• International dental qualification required, but UK experience is not essential

Why Choose This Route?

• Gain UK dental experience while preparing for your ORE exams or GDC registration
• Earn a competitive salary while you train
• Become eligible for further roles such as Dental Therapist, Private Dentist, or PVLE (Performer’s Validation by Experience) once registered
• Join a supportive environment where many overseas professionals have successfully transitioned to UK dentistry