Qualified Dental Nurse

Ballyclare - Ballyclare Dental Practice; Ballyclare; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GDC Fees Covered

Indemnity Covered

CPD costs covered

Career development opportunities

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing support

Birthday off and extra leave

Enhanced family leave

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Ballyclare Dental Practice in Ballyclare is hiring a Dental Nurse for a 12-month fixed-term contract with full-time hours (39.75 per week). The role offers 4 private surgeries, independent work in nurse-led clinics, and a competitive hourly rate (£13.22–£14.00) depending on experience.

The practice provides modern facilities, street parking, and a supportive environment with opportunities for CPD and career development within PortmanDentex. Apply with your CV and contact details.

Qualifications

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration.
• A positive and empathetic approach, with strong communication skills.
• A team player who thrives on providing great service and building relationships with colleagues and patients.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within nurse-led clinics.
• Provide high-quality patient care within your scope of practice.

Skills

Dental Nursing qualification

GDC registration

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

You care for patients every day. It’s time to find a role that cares about you too.

Are you ready to step into a new challenge in a friendly and modern setting? If so, we’ve got a vacancy at our welcoming Ballyclare Dental Practice in Ballyclare!

• Full-time hours available: 39.75 hours per week.
• Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract.
• Typical shifts:
  • Monday–Thursday: 8:15am–5:30pm (1-hour lunch break).
  • Friday: 8:15am–3:00pm (30-minute lunch break).
• Competitive hourly rate: £13.22–£14.00, depending on experience.
• 4-surgery, fully private practice.
• Modern and well-equipped surgeries.
• Opportunity to work independently within our nurse-led clinics, and fully within your scope of practice.
• Free local street parking, close to local shops and amenities. Limited reliability on public transport.

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 positive and empathetic approach, with strong communication skills
• A team player who thrives on providing great service and building relationships with colleagues and patients

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
• Additional reward: bonus scheme based 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?

PortmanDentex is a leading dental group supporting more than 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We put patients at the heart of what we do and create an inclusive environment where colleagues can grow and make a real difference. Working in partnership and always looking for ways to improve, we are building a better future for our patients, practices and people.

Application process

When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, plus answers to a few quick questions — and that’s it! You’ll hear back from us as soon as we can, whatever the outcome.

Ready to join us?

Click apply to take the next step in your Dental Nursing career.

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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.