Dentopedia Group
Dental Nurse and Apprentice Dental Nurse
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Dental Nurse and Apprentice Dental Nurse
Dental Nurse and Apprentice Dental Nurse
Job Title
Dental Nurse Location: Dentopedia Group Clinics Schedule: Weekdays & Weekends Job Type: Full time Salary: £13.50 - £15.50 per hour, depending on experience
About the Role
At Dentopedia Group, we are seeking dedicated Dental Nurses to assist in our high-standard private dental clinics. This is not just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team focused on career growth, professional development, and patient care excellence.
About Us
Since our foundation over ten years ago, Dentopedia Group has established itself as a leader in modern dental care, prioritising:
- Strong leadership and well-structured systems
- Exceptional patient-focused care
- High staff retention and a supportive culture
- Leadership opportunities—many team members have progressed into senior roles through internal promotions
As we expand into state-of-the-art premises, we’re seeking skilled Dental Nurses who are passionate about dentistry and eager to grow with an ambitious team.
Key Responsibilities
As a Dental Nurse at Dentopedia Group, your main responsibilities will include:
- Assisting dentists across a broad range of general dental treatments, from fillings to implants and orthodontics
- Preparing, maintaining, and coordinating clinical rooms to meet high hygiene and regulatory standards
- Ensuring strict compliance with cross-infection control policies and CQC guidelines
- Decontaminating and sterilising instruments following best practice
- Providing chairside support, offering discussions and patient reassurance to put people at ease
- Maintaining clinical records with accuracy and organisation
- Managing clinical supplies, including stock control and efficient ordering
- Supporting smooth surgery workflows and effective time management
- Assisting with radiographs (if GDC qualified), in line with IRMER regulations
- Fostering a calm, professional, and patient-focused environment in the clinic
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Requirements
Essential
- GDC registered Dental Nurse with a current registration
- Experience in general dentistry—additional expertise in areas such as implants, orthodontics, or endodontics is highly desirable
- Solid knowledge of infection control standards and protocols
- Cheerful, organised, able to work efficiently under pressure in fast-paced environments
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to support dentists and colleagues effectively
- Professional appearance and patient-focused approach
- Confidence in using dental software and digital systems
Bonus (Preferred Experience)
- Additional experience with advances in restorative or surgical dentistry
- Skills in cosmetic, prosthodontics, or special care dentistry
- Fascinated by patient management, motivation, and wholer health approaches in dentistry
Why Join Dentopedia Group?
By joining our dynamic group, you'll experience:
- Clear clinical standards and high-quality protocols based on evidence-based dentistry
- Access to modern dental clinics equipped with the latest technology
- Supportive senior leadership alongside opportunities for career advancement
- Pathways to leadership roles through internal promotions within the group
- Continued training and professional development in your field
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Further Necessary Requirements
Qualifications & Registration
- GDC registered Dental Nurse (current registration mandatory)
- Fully up-to-date GDC Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Right to work in the United Kingdom
Soft Skills
- Excellent communication (both spoken and written English is highly valued)
- Ability to work confidently with patients of all ages—from children to seniors
- Strong knowledge of cross-infection control ensuring safe clinical environments
- Practice-oriented approach to assist with variety of dental procedures and tasks
- Competence using modern dental software and equipment
Availability
- Able to commit to full-time work days including weekends (flexibility contingent on mutual agreements)
- Must be reliable, punctual, and organised
Staff Benefits
Dentopedia Group offers generous benefits to support your professional and personal life:
- Three fully paid staff events yearly:
- Summer Event
- Winter Event
- Christmas Party
- 50% discount on personal dental treatments across all Dentopedia clinics
- 20% discount for all family and dependents
- Amazon gift vouchers (occasionally awarded based on leadership discretion)
- Seasonal gifts and annual bonuses in recognition of hard work and dedication
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