Qualified Dental Nurse – Join Our Supportive Private Practice
Location: Kirkham
Job Type: Part-Time, 30 hours negotiable
Pay: From £13.50 per hour (negotiable depending on experience)
Are you the type of person who enjoys working as part of a friendly, dedicated team?
Do you take pride in delivering excellent patient care within a calm, private practice environment?
Are you a genuine, kind, and thoughtful individual who is passionate about helping others?
If so, you might be the perfect fit for us.
We are a well-established private dental practice focused on providing good quality dental care to our local community. We believe that great patient experiences start with great people, and we're looking for a Qualified Dental Nurse who shares our commitment to high standards, teamwork, and compassionate care.
What’s important to us and our pateints
We are looking for someone who embodies the values that are at the heart of our practice:
- Genuine and authentic in their interactions with patients and colleagues
- Kind, thoughtful, and respectful towards others
- Empathetic and understanding of patients' individual needs and concerns
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
- A supportive team player who contributes positively to the practice culture
- A strong believer in teamwork and collaboration
- Resilient and adaptable in a busy clinical environment
- Committed to personal growth, continuous learning, and practice improvement
What We're Looking For
- A fully qualified and GDC-registered Dental Nurse
- We may also consider someone who is very close to qualifying and due to register shortly
- A warm, professional manner with excellent communication skills
- Someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit and supportive team
- A genuine, caring individual who puts patients at the centre of everything they do
- A positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to contribute
- Reliability, organisation, and confidence in a private practice setting
- A resilient and proactive approach to challenges
- Passion for delivering outstanding patient experiences
What You'll Be Doing
Working closely with our clinicians to ensure the smooth running of the practice and the delivery of outstanding patient care.
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Providing chairside assistance during a range of dental treatments
- Preparing and maintaining surgeries, equipment, and materials
- Maintaining excellent infection prevention, control, and cross-infection standards
- Welcoming patients and helping them feel comfortable throughout their visit
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and supporting the smooth running of the practice
- Participating in practice improvements as we continue to enhance our services
- Supporting the wider practice team where required
What You'll Receive in return
We believe in genuinely looking after our team and creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and able to develop in their careers.
Benefits
- Competitive salary from £13.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Additional annual leave day awarded each year of service, up to a maximum of 5 extra days
- 1 paid Wellbeing Day each year
- GDC registration fees fully paid
- Professional indemnity insurance
- Private healthcare scheme
- Blue Light Card membership
- Access to Agilio and CPD support
- Funding towards additional external courses and qualifications
- Workplace pension scheme
- Opportunities for career progression and career development
- Uniform provided
- Staff dental treatment discount
- Regular pay reviews
- A friendly, supportive, and collaborative team environment
A Bit About Us
We're a close-knit private practice where teamwork, kindness, and mutual respect genuinely matter. We strive to create an environment where our team members feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to grow in their roles while delivering exceptional care to our patients.
If you're a motivated and caring Dental Nurse looking to join a practice focused on quality, stability, being part of the community and strong values, we'd love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Think you'd be a great addition to our team? We'd love to hear from you. Send us your CV and a brief message introducing yourself and telling us why an apprenticeship in dental nursing appeals to you
Pay: From £13.50 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Free parking
- Pay rise
Work Location: In person
