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Dental Nurse
Dental Nurse Vacancy
Bupa Dental Care Folkestone 92 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 2BE
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 5:15pm
Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week
We are seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join our friendly and experienced team at Bupa Dental Care Folkestone.
At our 6-surgery mixed NHS and private practice, we offer a wide range of dental treatments and are home to specialist services in Endodontics and Implant Dentistry. This role provides an excellent opportunity to work alongside skilled clinicians in a supportive environment while developing your knowledge and skills across a variety of treatments.
The successful candidate will be:
- Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.
- Thriving in a team-focused setting.
- Committed to maintaining the highest clinical standards.
About The Practice
- 6-surgery mixed NHS and private practice.
- Specialist Endodontic and Implant services.
- Supportive and experienced clinical team.
- Modern working environment.
- Convenient Folkestone location.
If you are a qualified Dental Nurse looking to join a welcoming practice with opportunities to broaden your experience, we would love to welcome you.
Key Responsibilities
- GDC registration and DBS check are already covered by Bupa Dental Care.
- Maintain clinical standards alongside specialist teams.
- Develop skills across mixed treatments, including Endodontics and Implant Dentistry.
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Your GDC registration, DBS check, and professional indemnity are all covered by Bupa Dental Care
- No additional costs for qualifications or compliance.
Benefits of Working at Bupa
A family-like culture with the security and stability of being part of Bupa Dental Care, backed by industry-leading benefits:
Development & Growth
- Career framework progression linked to skills, qualifications, and notable achievements.
- Access to free specialist training and CPD courses.
- Opportunities for progression into vital senior roles.
- Dedicated support from day one.
Health & Wellbeing
- MyHealthcare allowance (~£350/year) (redeemable against Bupa healthcare products).
- My Bupa Extras – discounts at retailers, financial wellness tools, and resources.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine, and Personal Energy (Bupa’s wellbeing programme).
- Discounted dental insurance (expandable to immediate family).
- Free annual flu vaccine.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Discounted eye tests.
- Access to discounted gyms and fitness facilities across the UK (including digital platforms).
- Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
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Financial Support
- Wagestream access – advance your salary if needed.
Administration & Professional Support
- GDC registration, DBS check, and professional indemnity fully covered.
- Competitive pay rates that increase with experience and qualifications.
Required Skills & Experience
- GDC Registration (mandatory).
- Preferred dental experience.
- Ensuring CQC compliance.
- Digitally updating patient records.
- Decontamination of instruments (following standards).
- Clinical chair-side support to dentists.
- Reception duties assistance.
- Commitment to exceptional patient care.
About Bupa’s Purpose
Bupa champions diversity and inclusion, ensuring our staff reflect the communities we serve.
We are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone thrives, empowered to live longer, healthier, happier lives and make a better world.
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
- Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We support applications from candidates meeting the minimum role criteria.
- Fair recruitment process with reasonable adjustments available.
- Commitment to equal opportunities for all.
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