Dental Nurse

🦷 Dental Nurse – Be Part of an Exciting New Private Practice from Day One 🦷

Position: Dental Nurse
Employment Type: Permanent
Practice Type: Private
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Folkstone

We are launching a brand-new private dental practice and are looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic Dental Nurse to join us at the very start of our journey. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new practice, grow alongside an expanding team, and develop your skills in a modern, forward-thinking environment.

Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, if you are passionate about patient care and excited by the idea of contributing to a growing practice, we would love to hear from you.

🕒 Working Pattern & Hours

• Initially: 3 days per week
• Progression: Increasing to 5 days per week within approximately 3 months as the practice grows
• Full-time hours: 40 hours per week
• Standard shifts:
  
  • Most days: 8:30am – 5:30pm
  • Occasional late shifts: 10am – 7pm or 11am – 8pm
• Saturdays: Occasionally required (half or full day), particularly during the early growth phase of the practice

Flexibility is important, as this is a new practice with evolving needs.

🦷 Dentistry & Systems

• Clinical Areas:
  
  • General Dentistry
  • Implants
  • Orthodontics
• Dental Software: Dentally

You’ll gain exposure to both routine and advanced treatments, making this an excellent role for long-term career development.

💼 Key Responsibilities

As a Dental Nurse, you will play a vital role in the smooth running of the practice and the delivery of exceptional patient care. Responsibilities will include:

Clinical & Chairside Support

• Providing high-quality chairside assistance during a wide range of dental procedures
• Anticipating clinician needs to ensure efficient, smooth treatments
• Preparing treatment rooms before sessions and maintaining them throughout the day
• Supporting patients throughout their visit, ensuring comfort, reassurance, and clear communication

Infection Control & Compliance

• Strictly adhering to HTM 01-05 and infection control protocols
• Decontamination, sterilisation, and correct storage of instruments
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and clinical safety across the practice

Patient Care & Communication

• Delivering outstanding patient care and customer service at all times
• Explaining post-operative instructions and oral health advice when required
• Building positive relationships with patients to enhance their overall experience

Administration & Practice Support

• Accurate clinical note-taking and record management using Dentally
• Assisting with stock control, ordering, and equipment maintenance
• Supporting the wider team with the day-to-day running of the practice
• Contributing ideas and feedback to help develop systems and workflows in a new practice

👤 About You We are looking for someone who is:

• A qualified or newly qualified Dental Nurse (GDC registered or pending registration)
• A strong team player who enjoys working collaboratively
• Reliable, punctual, and committed, with a strong work ethic
• Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working in a new and evolving environment
• Open to learning, change, and professional development
• Genuinely enthusiastic about being part of the long-term future of a growing practice

💰 Salary

• £12.21– £14 per hour (DOE)

Salary will be discussed based on experience, skills, and progression within the practice.

🌟 Why Join Us?

• Be part of a brand-new private practice from the ground up
• Opportunity to grow into a full-time role quickly
• Exposure to advanced dentistry, including implants and orthodontics
• Supportive, modern, and patient-focused working environment
• A chance to help shape systems, workflows, and culture
• Ideal for someone looking for stability, growth, and long-term career development

If you’re excited by the idea of joining a new practice, growing with a dedicated team, and delivering exceptional private dental care, we’d love to hear from you.

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