Dental Nurse (Part-Time)
Company: St John's Hill Dental Practice
Location: Shrewsbury Town Centre, Shropshire
Job Type: Part-Time, Permanent (Working primarily with our Hygienist)
Experience Level: Open to Qualified Dental Nurses OR Motivated Trainees
The Opportunity
Are you a friendly, organized, and patient-focused individual looking for a rewarding role in a forward-thinking dental practice?
Located in the heart of Shrewsbury Town Centre, St John's Hill Dental Practice delivers gentle, high-quality care across our Private, Denplan, and NHS patient base. We are a busy, professional, and genuinely fun team. Whether you are an experienced, fully qualified Dental Nurse or a motivated individual looking to kickstart your career as a Trainee, we provide a highly supportive environment where you can thrive.
The Role
Working primarily alongside our dedicated Dental Hygienist, you will play a key role in delivering standout patient care and ensuring smooth clinical operations.
- Clinical Support: Assist the clinician during hygiene treatments, managing aspiration, materials, and patient comfort.
- Patient Care: Warmly welcome patients, understanding and easing the natural anxieties or concerns they may face during their visit.
- Decontamination & Compliance: Maintain immaculate cross-infection control, sterilizing instruments, and prepping the surgery to the highest standards.
- Administrative Support: Assist with accurate patient record keeping and ensuring a seamless workflow.
What You Bring
- Qualifications: GDC Registration is highly preferred. However, we will fully consider Trainee Dental Nurses who possess the right attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Attributes: Self-motivated, highly organized, punctual, and naturally friendly.
- Patient Focus: A compassionate mindset with a deep understanding of customer care and patient empathy.
- Teamwork: A positive energy that thrives within a busy, collaborative, and progressive team environment.
What We Offer (The Extras)
We believe in taking exceptional care of the people who take care of our patients. Our standout benefits package includes:
- Financial Support: Your annual GDC fees fully paid (for qualified staff).
- Healthcare & Wellbeing: Private GP access for peace of mind, plus comprehensive in-house dental care.
- Continuous Growth: Abundant in-house and external training opportunities to advance your clinical skills (including exposure to our specialist treatments like Endodontics, Orthodontics, and Invisalign).
- Culture & Rewards: Fun staff away days, special birthday gifts, and a positive, engaging workplace culture.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.71-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- GDC REGISTERED (preferred)
Work Location: In person
