Qualified Dental Nurse

PortmanDentex; Oundle; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Fees Covered

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Bonus scheme

Extra leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Contributory pension

Job summary

PortmanDentex is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse for Townley House Dental Practice in Peterborough. This full-time role offers 39.25 hours weekly, with shifts Mon-Fri, 8:15am–5:15pm, in a fully private 4-surgery setting. Competitive hourly rate from £13.22. Open to trainee nurses.

You will join a team of 7 clinicians, 3 hygienists and support staff, with opportunities to work independently within nurse-led clinics and to pursue CPD and career development.

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 positive relationships with colleagues and patients.

Responsibilities

• Support clinicians during dental procedures and maintain infection control.
• Provide nurse-led care to patients across private clinic settings.
• Work independently within nurse-led clinics and within your scope of practice.

Skills

Caring and empathetic approach

Strong communication skills

Team player

Education

Dental Nursing qualification

GDC registration

Job description

• PortmanDentex Location: Peterborough - Townley House Dental Practice


• Vacancy Type: Nurse - Qualified


• Department: Practices - South

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, modern and fully private setting? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you at Townley House Dental Practice in Peterborough.

• Full-time – 39.25 hours per week


• Typical shifts: Monday to Friday, 8:15am–5:15pm


• Competitive hourly rate from £13.22


• 4-surgery, fully private practice


• Specialisms include: Endodontics, implants, facial aesthetics, Invisalign and general dentistry


• Team: 7 clinicians, 3 hygienists and a team of Dental Nurses


• Opportunity to work independently within our nurse-led clinics and fully within your scope of practice


• Open to trainee Dental Nurses

About you

We’d love to hear from you 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 positive 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


• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme


• Additional Reward: bonus scheme based on practice performance


• Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days


• Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave


• Financial Security: Contributory pension scheme

Who are we?

PortmanDentex is 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 a passion for great dentistry, putting patients first and helping each other grow both 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.