Trainee Dental Nurse

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and friendly Trainee Dental Nurse to join our dental practice. The successful candidate will support our clinical team in delivering high\-quality patient care and maintaining excellent clinical standards. This role is ideal for someone who has experience in dentistry or a healthcare environment and is looking to progress into dental nursing with full training and support.

Duties

• Welcome patients warmly and help ensure they feel comfortable before, during, and after appointments


• Assist dentists and hygienists during procedures, including preparation and sterilisation of instruments


• Set up treatment rooms and maintain high standards of cleanliness and infection control


• Support with patient notes, record\-keeping, and ensuring confidentiality at all times


• Manage patient flow throughout the clinic to ensure smooth daily operations


• Handle patient enquiries with professionalism, compassion, and clear communication


• Provide chairside assistance, including passing instruments, suctioning, and preparing materials (training provided)


• Support patients with questions regarding treatments or aftercare


• Uphold high standards of patient care, safety, and organisation in all daily activities

• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a busy clinical environment


• A caring, compassionate, and patient\-focused attitude


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team


• Basic IT proficiency for record\-keeping and patient management systems


• Experience in dentistry or healthcare is essential


• Willingness to undertake all required dental nurse training and qualifications

Pay: £13\.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events


• Employee discount

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