Trainee Dental Nurse

PortmanDentex; Horsham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GDC indemnity covered

Bonus scheme

Wellbeing programme

Birthday leave

Enhanced parental leave

Life insurance & pension

Job summary

PortmanDentex in Horsham is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse to join the Portman Smile Clinic team. This full-time role offers Monday–Friday 8am–5pm shifts and on-the-job training, with funding support from the practice.

No prior qualification required beyond GCSEs; you will assist dentists, hygienists, and therapists, while developing your skills in a supportive environment. PortmanDentex provides career progression, competitive NLW starting rate, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade A-C (or equivalent).
• Confident communicator with an empathetic, service-focused approach.
• Keen to learn how to perform high quality dental nursing while assisting dentists, hygienists or therapists.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists, hygienists or therapists in a wide variety of procedures.
• Provide high quality dental nursing support during patient care.
• Support the team in a busy dental clinic environment.

Skills

Confident communicator

Empathetic service-focused

Keen to learn

Education

GCSE English/Maths A-C

Job description

Job Description

• Full-time hours
• Typical shifts are Monday - Friday 8-5pm
• Starting rate is National Living Wage: £12.71 per hour
• Training supported by our highly experienced, supportive team -your course will be fully funded by us and is overseen by an external course provider

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 Horsham - Portman Smile Clinic - read on to find out more.

• Full-time hours
• Typical shifts are Monday - Friday 8-5pm
• Starting rate is National Living Wage: £12.71 per hour
• 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

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?

Our Benefits Package Includes

• 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

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.