Lead Dental Nurse

Lead Dental Nurse & CQC Compliance Lead
📍 Liphook, Hampshire
🦷 Fully Private Practice
💰 £16 per hour (DOE)
🕒 Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 08:30–17:30
📅 Start Date: May 2026

We’re recruiting on behalf of a beautiful, fully private 2-surgery practice in Liphook for an experienced Lead Dental Nurse ready to step into a senior, dual-aspect role combining clinical excellence with compliance leadership.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident, motivated nurse who enjoys both high-end cosmetic dentistry and the governance side of practice management.

🌟 The Role

Clinical Focus (Cosmetics & Invisalign)

• High-level chairside support for general and advanced cosmetic dentistry
• Assist with Invisalign workflows (digital scanning training provided if needed)
• Maintain a premium, boutique-style patient experience
• Oversee the decontamination process as Decontamination Lead

Leadership & Management

• Lead and mentor the nursing team
• Ensure surgeries are fully stocked and running efficiently
• Manage clinical stock control and supplier relationships
• Act as first point of contact for equipment troubleshooting

CQC & Compliance

• Lead CQC compliance and governance systems
• Conduct and document key audits (Infection Control, Radiographs, H&S)
• Ensure full compliance with HTM 01-05
• Maintain accurate GDC, indemnity, and CPD records for clinical staff
• Work closely with the Principal Dentist to maintain a strong CQC rating

✅ Requirements

Essential:

• GDC Registered Dental Nurse
• Experience within a private dental environment
• Strong understanding of HTM 01-05 and CQC requirements

Desirable:

• Experience with Invisalign workflows
• Cosmetic dentistry exposure

🎁 What’s on Offer

• No weekends or late evenings – excellent work-life balance
• Dedicated weekly admin time (2–4 hours) for compliance duties
• GDC & Indemnity fees paid
• Support for post-qualification courses (Radiography, Sedation, OHE etc.)
• Pension scheme
• Uniform provided
• Onsite parking

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven nurse looking to progress into a leadership-focused role within a supportive, modern private practice.

📩 Apply today or contact us for more information.

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