Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Dental Nurse with Enhanced Responsibilities
At R Dental Clinic, we’ve been at the heart of dental excellence for over 50 years, proudly delivering outstanding NHS and private dental care with compassion, innovation, and professionalism. Our multi-award-winning practice offers everything from general dentistry to advanced cosmetic and Invisalign treatments — all from our modern, four-surgery clinic equipped with the latest technology.
We're looking for an experienced, GDC-registered Dental Nurse ready to step into an enhanced role that goes beyond the chairside — one that includes mentorship, compliance support and clinical development.
Located conveniently near Bradford, Leeds, Halifax, Huddersfield, and surrounding areas, R Dental Clinic offers the perfect environment for a dental nurse ready to grow, thrive, and lead.
The Role: Dental Nurse with Enhanced Responsibilities
This is more than just a chairside nursing role — it’s a chance to become a key member of our clinical and compliance team. Working closely with the management team and clinicians, you'll play a crucial role in supporting day-to-day operations, mentoring junior nurses and helping maintain our excellent patient care standards.
Working Pattern:
- Full-time
- Occasional late evenings
- 1 Saturday morning session every 3 months
Key Responsibilities:
- Chairside Support: Assist dentists across a range of treatments (including restorative, cosmetic, and orthodontics). Prepare surgeries, instruments, and ensure optimal workflow during procedures.
- Infection Control: Lead by example in decontamination and cross-infection control, strictly following HTM01-05 and best-practice protocols.
- Patient Care: Deliver a warm, professional, and reassuring experience to every patient from arrival to departure.
- Clinical Admin: Maintain accurate clinical records, support with treatment planning, and ensure full GDPR compliance.
- Compliance & Regulation: Help uphold CQC and GDC standards. You’ll play a key role in quality assurance and auditing processes.
- Mentorship: Support and train trainee dental nurses, sharing your knowledge and building future talent within the team.
- Teamwork: Collaborate closely with dentists, receptionists, and the practice manager to deliver seamless, patient-centred care.
- Marketing Support : Assist in creating clinical content and visuals for social media — a unique chance to get involved with the wider growth of the practice.
- Software Use: Confidently use SOE (Software of Excellence) for appointments, records, and notes.
What We Offer:
- GDC Registration Fees Paid
- Funded CPD to help you grow your skills and knowledge
- Staff Discounts on treatments
- Free On-Site Parking
- Supportive Team Culture with regular socials and team-building events
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Dental Nurse (GDC registered)
- Experience in both NHS and private dentistry
- Strong understanding of infection control, HTM01-05, and CQC compliance
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Clear, confident communicator with a friendly and professional approach
- Flexible, proactive attitude and a team-player mentality
- Experience mentoring or training trainee nurses (preferred)
- IT-literate – ideally with SOE (EXACT) experience
- Comfortable using social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook to help promote the practice.
- Proactive, reliable, and flexible — willing to work occasional late evenings and one Saturday every 3 months
- Experience of reception (Desired)
If you’re a dedicated Dental Nurse looking to expand your role and become a valued part of a forward-thinking, patient-centred practice — we’d love to hear from you!
Visit www.rdentalclinic.co.uk to learn more and submit your application today!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £22,500.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
Experience:
- Dental Nursing: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Valid GDC registration (required)
Work Location: In person
