Trainee Dental Nurse

PortmanDentex; Deal; On-site; GBP 13,876 - 19,764; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional fees covered

Bonus scheme based on performance

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Extra leave on birthdays

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Life assurance and pension scheme

Job summary

A leading dental group is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse to join their team in Deal, UK. This full-time position offers comprehensive training funded by the company. Responsibilities include assisting dentists with dental procedures and providing high-quality patient care. Applicants should have good communication skills and a keen willingness to learn, ideally with GCSEs in Maths and English. Benefits include covered professional fees and a supportive working environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Ideally GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on service.
• Willingness to learn dental nursing practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists with a variety of dental procedures.
• Engage in training fully funded by the employer.
• Work full-time, Monday to Friday.

Skills

Confident communicator

Empathetic, service-focused approach

Keen to learn high-quality dental nursing

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 that promotes better health and happiness? If so, we’ve got a Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy in our fabulous nurse team at Park Street Dental & Implant Clinic in Deal. Read on to find out more.

Responsibilities & Employment Details

• Full‑time hours – typical shifts are Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 5.30 pm.
• Starting rate is £12.21 ph (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.

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.

Benefits Package

• Professional fees covered: GDC, indemnity and CPD costs fully covered.
• 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 each year.
• Family support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Financial security: Life assurance and pension scheme.

About PortmanDentex

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.

Application Process

When you click apply, we’ll need your CV and contact details, along with answers 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.

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.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care