PortmanDentex
Trainee Dental Nurse

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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 Acomb Dental & Implant Clinic in York.
Full-time hours, 38.5 hours per week
Typical shifts:
- Monday 08.45-17.15
- Tuesday 08.45-16.15
- Wednesday 08.45-17.15
- Thursday 07.45-17.15
- Friday 07.45-17.15
Rate of pay: £12.71 per hour (apprentice min wage)
Training: Supported by our highly experienced team - your course will be overseen by an external course provider and is fully funded by PortmanDentex.
About Acomb Dental and Implant Clinic
Acomb Dental and Implant Clinic is a 4 surgery, private dental practice in York. The team provides general dentistry treatments, alongside a variety of cosmetic dental treatments such as teeth whitening, implants, and veneers. In addition, they also offer modern orthodontic treatments, including Invisalign braces.
About You
We welcome your application to our Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy if you have the following skills and qualifications:
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above are essential to undertake the course
- Enjoy working as part of a team, and are a good communicator who thrives upon delivering excellent standards of patient care
- Happy to be a key player in the team providing chair-side assistance, ensuring that the correct materials and equipment are available during each clinical session
- Comfortable learning to perform high quality dental nursing whilst assisting each dentist, hygienist, or therapist in all procedures
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What Do You Get in Return?
As a PortmanDentex colleague, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that celebrates individuality. By growing together, we’ll reimagine group dentistry and wellness, enabling happier and healthier futures for all our clinicians, colleagues, and patients. Ready to aim higher and join our journey? Click to apply now and discover more.
In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package also includes:
- GDC, Indemnity, and CPD costs covered
- Bonus scheme based on practice performance
- Access to our Dental Academy to support you with your career ambitions
- Additional special days off (such as your birthday), and the opportunity to purchase up to 3 additional annual leave days
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Life assurance and contributory pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7, 365 days a year confidential helpline and counselling service, plus 24/7 GP service
Who Are We?
PortmanDentex is a leading dental group where your skills and ambition make a difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland, with more than 2,400 passionate clinicians and 4,500 dedicated practice colleagues providing dental care for 1.5 million patients.


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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.
Contract Type: Permanent
PortmanDentex Location: York - Acomb Dental & Implant Clinic
Vacancy Type: Nurse - Trainee
Department: Practices - North
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