Trainee Dental Nurse

PortmanDentex; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental group in Belper is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse for their practice. The role offers full training, covering fees and is focused on career progression in a supportive environment. Candidates must have GCSEs in Maths and English and be eager to learn. Benefits include wellness support and a contributory pension scheme. Join our team to start your career in a meaningful profession that prioritizes health and happiness.

Benefits

Professional Fees Covered

Wellbeing Support

Health & Lifestyle Perks

Smart Tech Benefits

Financial Security

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths and English required.
• Strong communication skills and empathetic approach needed.
• Willingness to learn dental nursing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists, hygienists, or therapists in various procedures.
• Participate in training supported fully by the company.

Skills

Confident communication

Empathetic service approach

Ability to assist in dental procedures

Education

Maths & English GCSE grade A-C / 4-9 or Key Skills / Functional Skills Level 2

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 nursery team at Derwent Street Dental Practice in Belper. Read on to find out more.

• Full time 37.75 hours
• Monday - Friday 8.45 - 5.15. Late shifts until 7.15pm are worked on a rota basis across the team and will most likely be Mondays and Wednesdays (max 2 per week)
• Time off during the week in lieu of late shift hours

Starting rate is £12.21ph (National Minimum Wage)

Flexibility to work Saturday mornings once a month, as well as occasional Wednesday evenings

Training supported by our highly experienced, supportive team – your course will be fully funded by us and is overseen by an external course provider

Beautiful practice near main bus routes / Free parking on site & locally

About you

We’d love to receive your application to our Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy if you have the following skills and qualifications:

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 do you get in return?

• Professional Fees Covered: GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs fully covered
• Wellbeing Support: 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential helpline and counselling services
• Health & Lifestyle Perks: Wellness hub with discounts on gym memberships, online GP appointments, and lifestyle coaching
• Smart Tech Benefits: Access to tech scheme – spread the cost of the latest tech with convenient salary deductions
• Financial Security: Contributory pension scheme

Who are we?

Portman Dentexis 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.

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.

Ready to join us? Click apply to take the next step in your 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.