Trainee Dental Nurse

Portman Dental Care; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading dental practice in Belfast is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse to join their team. The role offers part-time hours with fully funded training and a supportive environment. Candidates should possess GCSE qualifications in Maths and English and have a service-focused approach to patient care. Benefits include wellbeing support, covered professional fees, performance bonus, extra leave, and life assurance. This is an opportunity to start a rewarding career in dental nursing.

Benefits

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Professional fees covered (GDC registration, indemnity)

Performance bonus based on practice success

Extra leave options

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Life assurance and pension scheme

Qualifications

• Good communication skills to assist patients and the dental team.
• Positive attitude towards learning new dental procedures.
• Ability to work part-time and commit to training.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists, hygienists, or therapists during procedures.
• Participate actively in training and learning sessions.

Skills

Confident communication

Empathetic, service-focused approach

Willingness to learn

Education

Maths & English GCSE grade A-C/4-9 or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Stuck for career inspiration? Looking to move into a profession with clear career progression in an industry which enables better health and happiness? If so, we’ve got a Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy in our fabulous nurse team at Shore Road Dental & Implant Clinic, in Holywood.

Hourly Details & Training

• Part‑time hours – Monday to Thursday
• Rate of pay is £ (Apprentice National Minimum Wage)
• Training supported by our highly experienced, supportive team — your course will be fully funded by us and is overseen by an external course provider
• Shore Road Dental & Implant Clinic is a fully private dental practice providing dental care for 40 years
• The practice offers the very best in patient care using the latest procedures and techniques
• Modern and well‑equipped surgeries, working alongside Specialist Orthodontists and Therapists
• Walking distance from the local train station and there is local parking

About You

• Ideally Maths & English GCSE grade A‑C/4‑9 or Key Skills / Functional Skills Level 2
• Confident communicator with an empathetic, service‑focused approach
• Keen to learn how to perform high quality dental nursing whilst assisting each dentist, hygienist or therapist in a wide variety of procedures

What You Get in Return

• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in‑house Mental Health First Aider programme
• Professional Fees Covered: GDC registration, indemnity, and CPD costs
• Performance Bonus: Based on practice success
• Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days
• Family Support: Enhanced maternity / paternity leave
• Financial Security: Life assurance and pension scheme

Who Are We?

PortmanDentex is a leading dental group where your skills and ambition make a difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland, with more than 2,400 passionate clinicians and 4,500 dedicated practice colleagues providing dental care for million patients.

We’re united by a passion for great dentistry, putting patients first and helping each other grow both at work and beyond.

Application Process

When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, along with the answer to four quick questions and your application will be complete! You’ll get a response as quickly as we can, whatever the outcome of your application.

So, what’s stopping you? Click apply to take the next step in your career.

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.