Dental Receptionist / Dental Nurse Reception Roles – Private Practice
Portsmouth / Southsea
We are a well-established, private dental practice seeking warm, professional, and highly organised individuals to join our friendly team.
We are a calm, patient-focused practice with a strong emphasis on preventive dentistry, nervous patient care, and creating a structured, respectful working environment where both patients and staff feel supported.
We are recruiting for both full-time and part-time positions depending on experience and role type. Part-time opportunities (3–4 days per week) are available for Dental Receptionists, with the potential for full-time progression for candidates seeking increased hours in the future.
Before applying
We are only able to consider applicants with previous dental practice experience (reception or dental nursing).
We are not accepting applications without relevant dental background.
Option 1 – Dental Receptionist (Part-Time)
4-5 days per week
A dedicated front-of-house role for an experienced dental receptionist who enjoys organisation, patient communication, and a calm, structured environment.
Option 2 – Dental Nurse / Reception Role (Full-Time)
5 days per week
A varied role for an experienced dental nurse who enjoys both clinical and front-of-house work, for example:
- A mixture of days at reception and dental nursing (depending on practice needs and strengths)
This allows flexibility within the team while supporting both clinical and administrative flow.
- Previous experience in a UK dental practice (reception or nursing)
- Calm, professional and patient-focused approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Confident handling appointments, patient queries, and daily workflows
- Reliable, organised, and able to manage responsibility independently
- Comfortable working within a structured clinical environment
- Experience with R4 dental software (preferred)
- Strong telephone and customer service skills
- Ability to stay calm and efficient in a busy environment
- Good written and verbal communication
- Confidence handling appointments, payments, and patient records
- Supportive, calm, and respectful working environment
- Friendly and experienced clinical team
- Structured systems and clear daily workflow
- Excellent work–life balance (shorter working days with longer weekend)
- Convenient parking available during working hours
- Located close to major bus routes for easy access
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Holiday entitlement (pro rata for part-time)
- Full induction and structured onboarding
- Regular 1:1 check-ins and team meetings
We operate a thoughtfully structured working pattern designed to support a calm, organised, and high-quality clinical environment, alongside genuine work–life balance.
Total contracted hours: 30hrs 30min
Mon 12.45-5.15 = 4hrs 30min
Tues 8.45-1 & 2-5.15pm = 7hrs 30min
Wednesdays 8.45-2.15pm= 5hrs 30min
Thu 8.45-1 & 2-5.15pm = 7hrs 30min
Fri 8.45-2.15pm= 5hrs 30min
We ask team members to be punctual and ready at the start of their paid time to begin preparation and set-up, ensuring the clinical day starts in a calm and organised way, with a brief moment to enjoy a coffee and settle in before the day begins.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – confidential wellbeing, emotional, legal and financial advice / support
- Access to virtual GP services via partner benefits (where applicable through EAP scheme)
- Discounted dental treatment for staff
- Annual free dental check-up
- Annual free dental hygiene session
- Free check-up for staff children (up to age 18, 1 per year during employment)
- Great coffee machine and quality coffee for coffee lovers
£13 / £13.50 – £15.00 per hour
Higher rates considered for:
- Dual reception + nursing capability
- Private dentistry experience
- Denplan Essentials experience
Warm, calm under pressure, and genuinely patient-focused. Someone who values teamwork, structure, and delivering a high standard of care in a supportive and respectful environment.
June / July 2026; 1-2 shadowing sessions and paid trial days offered prior to commencement where appropriate.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00-£15.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
