Trainee Dental Nurse

Portman Dental Care; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental group in Plymouth is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse to join their team. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for career progression within a supportive environment. Responsibilities include assisting dental professionals during procedures. Applicants should ideally have GCSEs in Maths and English. The company provides a variety of benefits, including professional fees coverage and wellness support, while the training is fully funded and supervised by experienced professionals.

Benefits

Professional fees covered (GDC, Indemnity, CPD)

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness hub with gym membership discounts

Access to Techscheme for tech purchases

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ideally hold Maths & English GCSE grades A-C or Level 2 functional skills.
• Confident in communicating with patients and staff.
• Eager to learn and assist in high-quality dental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists in various dental procedures.

Skills

Confident communicator

Service-focused approach

Keen to learn dental nursing

Education

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

Key Skills / Functional Skills Level 2

Job description

Overview

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 Plymouth Dental Centre of Excellence in Plymouth - read on to find out more.

Full-time hours - typical shifts are Starting rate is £ (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. Beautiful practice near main bus routes.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists, hygienists or therapists in a wide variety of procedures while learning high-quality dental nursing.

About you / 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 while assisting each dentist, hygienist or therapist

What you get in return / Benefits

• 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 Techscheme – spread the cost of the latest tech with convenient salary deductions
• Financial Security: Contributory 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.

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.