Dental Nurse
Bournemouth, Dorset, South West, England
£14.50 - £17.50 per hour
Expiry date:16 Nov 2026
Start date:18 Aug 2026
🦷 Dental Nurse | Independent Private Practice | £14.50–£17.50ph | Career Development
Permanent | Full-Time – 39 Hours | Premium Private Dentistry | Structured Progression | ASAP Start
Are you a GDC-registered Dental Nurse looking for a private practice where you can develop your skills, work with experienced clinicians and genuinely feel part of the patient journey?
An exciting opportunity is available within an established independent private dental practice that places a strong emphasis on clinical quality, patient experience and developing its team.
This is more than a traditional chairside nursing position. You'll work closely with both patients and clinicians, supporting high-quality private dentistry while being encouraged to develop your own knowledge, qualifications and responsibilities.
If you're ambitious, professional and take real pride in the standard of care you provide, this could be an excellent long-term opportunity.
📍 The Role
Position: Dental Nurse
Employment: Permanent – Full-Time
Hours: Approximately 39 hours per week
Practice Type: Fully Private
Start Date: ASAP
🕒 Working Pattern
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 08:00–17:00
Wednesday: 08:00–17:00
One late clinic per week: 09:00–19:00
Friday: 09:00–15:00
Saturday: 09:00–15:00 – 1 in 4 rota
💡 Work a Saturday and you'll have the following Friday off, giving you a well-earned long weekend.
💷 Salary & Progression
£14.50–£17.50 per hour DOE
The practice is keen to reward nurses who develop their skills and take on additional responsibility.
You'll benefit from:
📈 Structured pay progression linked to development
🎓 Ongoing training and support
📚 Opportunities to work towards additional qualifications
🚀 Scope to take on greater responsibility over time
💰 Increased earning potential as your skills develop
📋 Regular development and progression discussions
This is a genuine opportunity for someone who wants to build a career rather than simply find their next nursing job.
🏥 About the Practice
You'll be joining an independent private practice with a strong focus on providing high-quality dentistry in a professional yet welcoming environment.
The practice places considerable importance on the patient experience, allowing the clinical team to provide personalised care and build lasting relationships with those they look after.
You'll work alongside an experienced team within a modern clinical setting where quality, teamwork and attention to detail are highly valued.
Practice highlights:
✨ Fully private dentistry
✨ Independent practice environment
✨ Modern clinical facilities
✨ High standards of patient care
✨ Experienced and supportive team
✨ Strong emphasis on quality and attention to detail
✨ Ongoing training and development
✨ Genuine opportunities for progression
🦷 Clinical Exposure
You'll support a varied private caseload, including:
General Dentistry
Hygiene
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Treatment Planning
Advanced Private Dentistry
This provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your clinical knowledge and become confident assisting with a wide range of private treatments.
🧩 What You'll Be Doing
You'll play an important role in both the clinical team and the overall patient experience.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing high-quality chairside assistance
Supporting clinicians across private treatments
Assisting with cosmetic and restorative procedures
Preparing and maintaining surgeries to a high standard
Ensuring equipment and surgeries are ready for each appointment
Maintaining excellent infection prevention and cross-contamination standards
Supporting patients throughout their treatment journey
Building positive relationships with patients
Working closely with clinicians and the wider team
Helping maintain the consistently high standards expected within the practice
🎓 Development & Career Opportunities
The practice is particularly interested in nurses who want to continue progressing professionally.
Depending on your interests and experience, there is scope to:
✨ Develop additional clinical skills
✨ Work towards further qualifications
✨ Take on increased responsibility
✨ Expand your knowledge of private dentistry
✨ Build confidence across cosmetic and restorative treatments
✨ Progress within the practice over the longer term
✅ What We're Looking For
Essential:
✔ GDC-registered Dental Nurse
✔ Reliable and professional approach
✔ Excellent communication skills
✔ Strong patient-care focus
✔ Good team player
✔ Organised and conscientious
✔ High standards of clinical practice
✔ Genuine willingness to learn and develop
The ideal candidate will be someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys building relationships with patients and wants to become a valued long-term member of the team.
🌟 Why Consider This Role?
✨ £14.50–£17.50 per hour DOE
✨ Independent private practice
✨ Full-time, approximately 39 hours
✨ Structured pay progression
✨ Training and development opportunities
✨ Clear scope for career progression
✨ Exposure to cosmetic and restorative dentistry
✨ Modern clinical environment
✨ Supportive and close-knit team
✨ Early finish every Friday
✨ Saturday rota with the following Friday off
✨ Excellent opportunity for long-term development
🚀 Looking for More Than Just a Nursing Job?
If you're a GDC-registered Dental Nurse looking for a high-quality private environment where you'll be supported, developed and recognised for your contribution, this could be an excellent next move.
You'll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team, build strong patient relationships and develop your career within a practice that genuinely values clinical excellence and professional development.
📩 Apply today for a confidential discussion and find out more about this exciting private Dental Nursing opportunity.
Dental Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private Dental services. We supply work to Dental Nurses, Dental Receptionists, Practice Managers, Dental Hygienists and Dentists. We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Dental Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Permanent | Full-Time – 39 Hours | Premium Private Dentistry | Structured Progression | ASAP Start
Are you a GDC-registered Dental Nurse looking for a private practice where you can develop your skills, work with experienced clinicians and genuinely feel part of the patient journey?
An exciting opportunity is available within an established independent private dental practice that places a strong emphasis on clinical quality, patient experience and developing its team.
This is more than a traditional chairside nursing position. You'll work closely with both patients and clinicians, supporting high-quality private dentistry while being encouraged to develop your own knowledge, qualifications and responsibilities.
If you're ambitious, professional and take real pride in the standard of care you provide, this could be an excellent long-term opportunity.
📍 The Role
Position: Dental Nurse
Employment: Permanent – Full-Time
Hours: Approximately 39 hours per week
Practice Type: Fully Private
Start Date: ASAP
🕒 Working Pattern
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 08:00–17:00
Wednesday: 08:00–17:00
One late clinic per week: 09:00–19:00
Friday: 09:00–15:00
Saturday: 09:00–15:00 – 1 in 4 rota
💡 Work a Saturday and you'll have the following Friday off, giving you a well-earned long weekend.
💷 Salary & Progression
£14.50–£17.50 per hour DOE
The practice is keen to reward nurses who develop their skills and take on additional responsibility.
You'll benefit from:
📈 Structured pay progression linked to development
🎓 Ongoing training and support
📚 Opportunities to work towards additional qualifications
🚀 Scope to take on greater responsibility over time
💰 Increased earning potential as your skills develop
📋 Regular development and progression discussions
This is a genuine opportunity for someone who wants to build a career rather than simply find their next nursing job.
🏥 About the Practice
You'll be joining an independent private practice with a strong focus on providing high-quality dentistry in a professional yet welcoming environment.
The practice places considerable importance on the patient experience, allowing the clinical team to provide personalised care and build lasting relationships with those they look after.
You'll work alongside an experienced team within a modern clinical setting where quality, teamwork and attention to detail are highly valued.
Practice highlights:
✨ Fully private dentistry
✨ Independent practice environment
✨ Modern clinical facilities
✨ High standards of patient care
✨ Experienced and supportive team
✨ Strong emphasis on quality and attention to detail
✨ Ongoing training and development
✨ Genuine opportunities for progression
🦷 Clinical Exposure
You'll support a varied private caseload, including:
General Dentistry
Hygiene
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Treatment Planning
Advanced Private Dentistry
This provides an excellent opportunity to broaden your clinical knowledge and become confident assisting with a wide range of private treatments.
🧩 What You'll Be Doing
You'll play an important role in both the clinical team and the overall patient experience.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing high-quality chairside assistance
Supporting clinicians across private treatments
Assisting with cosmetic and restorative procedures
Preparing and maintaining surgeries to a high standard
Ensuring equipment and surgeries are ready for each appointment
Maintaining excellent infection prevention and cross-contamination standards
Supporting patients throughout their treatment journey
Building positive relationships with patients
Working closely with clinicians and the wider team
Helping maintain the consistently high standards expected within the practice
🎓 Development & Career Opportunities
The practice is particularly interested in nurses who want to continue progressing professionally.
Depending on your interests and experience, there is scope to:
✨ Develop additional clinical skills
✨ Work towards further qualifications
✨ Take on increased responsibility
✨ Expand your knowledge of private dentistry
✨ Build confidence across cosmetic and restorative treatments
✨ Progress within the practice over the longer term
✅ What We're Looking For
Essential:
✔ GDC-registered Dental Nurse
✔ Reliable and professional approach
✔ Excellent communication skills
✔ Strong patient-care focus
✔ Good team player
✔ Organised and conscientious
✔ High standards of clinical practice
✔ Genuine willingness to learn and develop
The ideal candidate will be someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys building relationships with patients and wants to become a valued long-term member of the team.
🌟 Why Consider This Role?
✨ £14.50–£17.50 per hour DOE
✨ Independent private practice
✨ Full-time, approximately 39 hours
✨ Structured pay progression
✨ Training and development opportunities
✨ Clear scope for career progression
✨ Exposure to cosmetic and restorative dentistry
✨ Modern clinical environment
✨ Supportive and close-knit team
✨ Early finish every Friday
✨ Saturday rota with the following Friday off
✨ Excellent opportunity for long-term development
🚀 Looking for More Than Just a Nursing Job?
If you're a GDC-registered Dental Nurse looking for a high-quality private environment where you'll be supported, developed and recognised for your contribution, this could be an excellent next move.
You'll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team, build strong patient relationships and develop your career within a practice that genuinely values clinical excellence and professional development.
📩 Apply today for a confidential discussion and find out more about this exciting private Dental Nursing opportunity.
Dental Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private Dental services. We supply work to Dental Nurses, Dental Receptionists, Practice Managers, Dental Hygienists and Dentists. We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Dental Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
