Job Description

Dental Nurse Opportunity

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Smiles Dental Care,

14 Ballymoney Road, Ballymena, BT43 5BY

Full-Time or Part-Time Hours Available,

Clinical Days: Monday to Saturday

Are you a

GDC-registered Dental Nurse

looking for a supportive, modern practice where patient care truly comes first? If you're based in or around the

BT43 area

, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.


Smiles Dental Care is expanding, and we are excited to welcome a

motivated and caring Dental Nurse

to join our friendly and professional team.

About Smiles Dental Care

Smiles Dental Care is part of a well-established dental group with

100+ surgeries across 35 practices

throughout Northern Ireland and the North West of England. Our Ballymena practice provides high-quality

NHS and private dentistry

, including general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, implants, aligners, and restorative care.

The Role

This role is ideal for a Dental Nurse who enjoys working as part of a close-knit clinical team and takes pride in delivering excellent patient care.


You will be actively involved chairside, supporting clinicians across a wide range of treatments while helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their visit.

Full-time or part-time hours available

Working hours between 8:00am and 7:00pm

Clinical days Monday to Saturday

Position initially offered on a

zero-hour contract

, with the opportunity to move into a

permanent role

Final working patterns will be discussed at the interview stage.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Chairside Support

Providing high-quality chairside assistance to dentists during procedures Preparing surgeries, instruments, and materials before and after treatments Ensuring strict adherence to cross-infection control and decontamination protocols

Patient Care

Welcoming and reassuring patients before, during, and after treatment Providing post-operative instructions and oral health advice Supporting nervous or anxious patients with a calm, professional approach

Clinical Administration

Maintaining accurate patient records and clinical notes Assisting with digital charting, radiographs, and clinical software systems Supporting consent processes and compliance with CQC/GDC standards

Practice Support

Stock control and equipment checks Supporting the wider team to ensure smooth daily clinic operations

What We're Looking For

Essential:

GDC-registered Dental Nurse

Experience:

Previous experience in a dental practice preferred

Skills:

Strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach

Technical Confidence:

Comfortable using dental software and digital systems

Team Player:

Reliable, proactive, and positive with a strong work ethic

What We Offer

Competitive Salary:

dependent on experience

Professional Development:

opportunities for training and career progression

Modern Working Environment:

digitally equipped surgeries and up-to-date systems

Supportive Team Culture:

friendly, professional, and patient-centred

Flexible Working Options:

full-time or part-time hours available

Ready to Apply?

If you're a

GDC-registered Dental Nurse

based in the

BT43 area

and looking for a role where you'll feel valued, supported, and part of a great team, we'd love to hear from you.

'Apply' to join Smiles Dental Care as a Dental Nurse.