Join a Leading Private Dental Practice in Kew Village
We're looking for a qualified, GDC-registered Dental Nurse to join our friendly and highly regarded private practice in the heart of Kew Village.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced dental nurse with a proven background in private dentistry who takes pride in delivering outstanding patient care, enjoys working as part of a supportive team and wants to be part of a practice that values quality over quantity.
Previous experience working in a fully private dental practice is essential.
We are looking for someone to work four to five days per week.
About Kew Dental Care
Kew Dental Care is a long-established, fully private dental practice with an excellent reputation built over many years of caring for generations of local families.
Our modern three-surgery practice provides a comprehensive range of treatments, including general and cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, oral surgery, Invisalign, children's dentistry and conscious sedation for nervous patients.
We continually invest in the latest technology, including iTero digital scanning and CEREC, allowing us to provide exceptional clinical care and an outstanding patient experience.
We're proud of our friendly, experienced and long-standing team. We believe in taking the time to deliver dentistry properly, supporting one another and creating an environment where both patients and staff enjoy coming to the practice.
The Role
As an integral member of our clinical team, you will:
- Provide chairside support across general, cosmetic and specialist dental procedures
- Assist with implant, oral surgery, orthodontic and sedation appointments
- Prepare surgeries, instruments and materials to the highest clinical standards
- Maintain excellent infection prevention and control procedures in accordance with HTM 01-05
- Manage decontamination processes, stock control and equipment maintenance
- Keep accurate and up-to-date patient records using SOE Exact
- Welcome, reassure and support patients throughout their visit, particularly nervous patients
- Work closely with the reception and clinical teams to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice
About YouEssential
- GDC registered Dental Nurse with current registration and professional indemnity
- NEBDN National Diploma (or equivalent recognised qualification)
- Up-to-date CPD and evidence of Hepatitis B immunity
- Previous experience working in a fully private dental practice (applications without private practice experience will not be considered)
- Working knowledge of SOE Exact practice management software
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Calm, caring and professional with a genuine focus on patient care
- Organised, reliable and a positive team player with a strong attention to detail
Desirable
- Experience assisting with implants, oral surgery, orthodontics or conscious sedation
- Immediate Life Support (ILS) training
- Experience using iTero scanners and/or CEREC
What We Offer
- £16.00–£17.50 per hour, depending on experience
- Four to five days per week
- Monday to Friday only (no weekends)
- Company pension
- Uniform provided
- Employee discount on dental treatment
- A supportive, experienced and welcoming team
- A modern, fully private practice equipped with the latest digital technology
- An excellent location just a short walk from Kew Gardens and Kew Bridge stations
How to Apply
If you're looking to join a practice where you'll be genuinely valued, supported and given the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply through Indeed with your CV and a short covering note telling us why you'd like to join Kew Dental Care.
All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, verification of GDC registration and an enhanced DBS check. Kew Dental Care is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
Pay: £16.00-£17.50 per hour
Application question(s):
- How many years' experience do you have as a qualified dental nurse?
- Can you reliably commute to Kew, Richmond TW9?
- Do you have working experience of SOE Exact?
- Have you worked in a fully private dental practice?
- Have you nursed for implants, oral surgery or conscious sedation? If so, please tell us briefly which.
Work Location: In person
