Job Description

About Us:

We are a private, high-quality dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a professional, welcoming environment. Our team takes pride in maintaining the highest clinical standards while ensuring a seamless patient experience.

The Role:

This is a full-time position divided between two key responsibilities:

Dental Nurse:

Supporting dentists during clinical procedures, ensuring a safe and efficient working environment, and delivering excellent patient care.

Dental Receptionist:

Being the first point of contact for patients, managing appointments, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations at the front desk.
The successful candidate will be adaptable, professional, and committed to upholding the standards of a premium dental practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Dental Nurse

Assist dentists and clinicians during treatments. Prepare and maintain dental equipment, instruments, and surgery rooms to the highest standards. Follow infection control protocols and maintain compliance with CQC standards. Provide reassurance and care to patients throughout their visit. Maintain accurate clinical records.
Dental Receptionist

Welcome patients warmly and ensure a professional, friendly atmosphere. Manage appointment bookings efficiently using practice software. Handle patient queries in person, over the phone, and via email. Process payments and manage administrative tasks. Support smooth communication between clinical and administrative teams.

Skills & Attributes Required:

Professionalism:

Ability to represent the practice to the highest standards at all times.

Communication:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a warm and approachable manner.

Organisation:

Strong multitasking ability, with attention to detail in both clinical and administrative tasks.

Teamwork:

A collaborative attitude, willing to support colleagues in all areas of the practice.

Patient Care:

Compassionate, empathetic, and able to put patients at ease in a professional setting.

Adaptability:

Comfortable moving between clinical and front-of-house responsibilities.

Qualifications & Experience:

GDC registration (or working towards qualification as a Dental Nurse). Previous dental nursing and/or reception experience desirable. Knowledge of dental software systems an advantage. Commitment to ongoing training and professional development.

Requirements

A kind and caring disposition, with a genuine interest in helping others. Excellent communication skills, with a warm and approachable demeanor. Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and dental software (training provided). A professional telephone manner and customer service skills. A proactive, reliable team player who is eager to learn. Either have an existing qualification in dental nursing or experience in dental nursing. Willingness to complete formal dental nurse training if necessary. Up-to-date immunizations, including

Hepatitis B

(essential). A

satisfactory DBS check

(Disclosure and Barring Service).

What We Offer:

A supportive and professional team environment. Opportunities for ongoing training and development. Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. The chance to work in a modern, high-quality practice with a patient-centred ethos.
If you're enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to take the first step toward a rewarding career in dentistry, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Apply

Please email your CV and a brief cover letter detailing why you're the perfect fit for our team.

Join us in making a difference in patients' lives--one smile at a time!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.50-13.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Application question(s):

How will you travel to work?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:

Nursing: 1 year (preferred) Reception: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person