Trainee Dental Nurse

NLDC LTD; Acton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental specialist practice in Acton is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse with an orthodontic focus. This role offers structured training, hands-on experience during clinical procedures, and a supportive environment. Ideal candidates should be friendly and passionate about orthodontics. Key responsibilities include assisting in treatments, maintaining patient records, and ensuring infection control. This is a full-time, permanent position with competitive hourly pay.

Benefits

Structured training and mentorship

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn with a focus on providing patient care.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist during dental and orthodontic procedures.
• Support Invisalign and specialist orthodontic treatments.
• Prepare instruments, ensure disinfection, and maintain infection control.
• Reassure patients throughout their appointments.
• Maintain accurate digital patient records.

Skills

Friendly

Reliable

Eager to learn

Passionate about orthodontics

Comfortable using basic IT systems

Education

Enrolled on or planning to start an accredited dental nursing course

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Dental Nurse (Orthodontic Focus)

Location: Acton, W3 9DD

Salary: £14.50 - £14.90 per hour

Job Type: Full-time, 1 vacancy - Permanent

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday, 9:30am-6:30pm

Nearest Tube: Acton Town, 7 minutes' walk

Kickstart Your Dental Career in a Specialist Practice.

If you're fascinated by orthodontics and modern smile transformations, this is a unique opportunity to begin your dental nursing career in a specialist-led environment.

About Us

We are leaders in smile transformation using clear aligner systems and modern dental techniques, and we're proud to hold Invisalign Diamond Apex status, placing us in the top 1% of Invisalign providers worldwide.

Our practice is known not only for clinical excellence, but for a warm, supportive culture where team members are encouraged to learn, ask questions, and progress.

Your Role

As a Trainee Dental Nurse, you'll receive hands‑on training while supporting experienced clinicians. Your responsibilities will include:

• Chairside assistance during dental and orthodontic procedures
• Supporting Invisalign and specialist orthodontic treatments
• Instrument preparation, disinfection, and infection control
• Reassuring patients throughout their appointments
• Maintaining accurate digital patient records

We’re Looking For

• Friendly, reliable, and eager to learn
• Passionate about orthodontics and patient care
• Comfortable using basic IT systems
• Enrolled on or planning to start an accredited dental nursing course
• Eligible to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Structured training and mentorship
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Career development opportunities within a specialist private practice
• Employee benefits, discussed at interview

Apply today and begin your journey in specialist dental nursing.

Applications must be submitted exclusively through this platform. Successful candidates will be contacted for an informal chat before scheduling an interview with the practice.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Trainee Dentist Assistant, Trainee Dental Assistant, Trainee Dental Nurse will also be considered for this role.