317 Dental Assistants jobs in the United Kingdom

Head Dental Nurse/Dental Nurse

London, London ODL Dental Clinic

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ODL Dental Clinic is a multi-award-winning dental practice in Central London, known for its exceptional care, inclusive culture, and industry-leading team. Alongside our newest venture, The London Orthodontic Clinic (LOC) — a digital-first Invisalign® Experience Studio — we deliver premium cosmetic, general, and orthodontic treatments with patient journeys at the heart of what we do. With over 60 professionals across two vibrant locations, we’re proud of our reputation for clinical excellence, innovation, and warm, personalised care.


Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced, organised, and compassionate Senior Nurse to support our nursing teams across ODL and LOC . This role is ideal for a nurse ready to step into a rewarding senior role, with scope to drive high clinical standards, empower a growing team, and support digital and Invisalign®-led workflows.


Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management

  • Support the dental nursing teams across both sites, ensuring high clinical standards and a supportive, inclusive culture.
  • Assist nurse rota planning, shift cover, and effective team deployment for cosmetic, general, and orthodontic treatments.
  • Mentor and support the professional development of trainee and qualified nurses.
  • Lead by example in delivering outstanding chairside assistance and infection control practices.


Clinical & Operational Excellence

  • Support dentists and specialists during procedures, including Invisalign®, restorative, implant, and hygiene treatments.
  • Ensure compliance with CQC, HTM 01-05, and other relevant regulations and standards.
  • Conduct regular audits, sterilisation checks, and infection control reviews.
  • Monitor stock levels and coordinate with suppliers to ensure smooth clinic operations.


Training & Development

  • Onboard and induct new nurses, ensuring consistent training across both sites.
  • Maintain and update CPD records, training logs, and GDC registration for the team.
  • Organise internal training sessions, shadowing, and external CPD opportunities.


Patient Experience

  • Support clinicians in creating a calm, professional, and friendly environment for patients.
  • Communicate clearly with patients regarding procedures, comfort measures, and aftercare.
  • Act as a point of contact for clinical queries, ensuring timely and empathetic responses.


Administration & Communication

  • Collaborate with the Practice Manager to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Assist with clinical tasks, equipment maintenance logs, and policy updates.
  • Support with dental software usage, patient notes, and cross-site IT systems when needed.


Requirements

  • GDC-registered Dental Nurse with 3+ years’ experience (Head Nurse or Senior Nurse experience preferred).
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage rotas and team dynamics.
  • Excellent understanding of cross-infection control, dental compliance, and CQC standards.
  • Experience in cosmetic or orthodontic practices (Invisalign® knowledge is a plus).
  • Confident communicator with a positive, proactive attitude.
  • Flexible to work across both sites as required.


Why Join Us?

  • Work at London’s most dynamic and forward-thinking dental clinics.
  • Be part of an award-winning, supportive, and patient-centric team.
  • Access ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
  • Play a key role in shaping our next generation of nurses and delivering premium care.


Your Benefits and What We Offer

  • Career Development: Opportunities for growth and career progression, supported by experienced managers.
  • Recognition: Be recognised for your outstanding performance and length of service.
  • Additional Annual Leave: We recognise time off is valuable, and each year you are with us, your annual leave entitlement increases
  • Season Ticket Loan: We understand transportation can be expensive, so you can apply for a season ticket loan, which provides a significant discount on your travel.
  • Competitive Salary: We offer very competitive salary packages that reflect your experience and skills.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules tailored to ours and your needs.
  • Comprehensive Support: Thorough induction program, ongoing training, regular, and achievement recognition.
  • Inclusive Environment: A welcoming atmosphere where your ideas and questions are encouraged.
  • Convenient Location: Easily accessible and well-connected clinic for ease of commuting.
  • Exceptional Facilities: Lounge, changing rooms, showers, and a roof terrace to enhance your comfort.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Access to Intraoral Scanners, 3D imaging, CBCT, OPG, and CEPH.
  • Staff Discounts: Substantial discounts on dental treatments for you and your family.
  • Pay: £15.50-£18.80 Per Hour
  • Hours: 35 - 40 Per Week
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Dental Nurse/Trainee Dental Nurse

EH9 1JZ Edinburgh, Scotland Citrus Dental Care

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*Join Our Team at Citrus Dental Care!*

Citrus Dental Care is excited to announce an opportunity for a forward-thinking and compassionate Dental Nurse or Trainee Dental Nurse to join our dedicated and growing team. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

*Key Responsibilities:*

* Provide chair side assistance, ensuring excellent patient care.
* Decontaminate dental instruments.
* Develop X-rays.
* Schedule patient appointments and manage patient records, including reception duties.

*Our Practice Offers:*

* A range of services, including general dental care, whitening, Invisalign, dental implants and digital radiography.
* Fully computerised systems using EXACT software.

*Ideal Candidate:*

* GDC registered (preferred, but not essential for trainee applicants).
* Previous experience working in a health care setting.
* Previous chair side experience.
* Experience with decontamination of dental instruments.
* Reception and computer experience, ideally with SOE EXACT.
* Excellent customer service and a friendly, approachable manner.
* Enthusiastic and reliable team player.

*Benefits of Working with Us:*

* Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
* Uniform provided.
* Annual GDC registration cost covered.
* Strong support and mentoring for trainee dental nurses to achieve GDC registration.

If you’re considering starting your career as a trainee dental nurse or are an experienced professional looking to contribute to a growing practice, we’d love to discuss this opportunity with you.

Become a part of our dedicated and compassionate dental team, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.

Apply now to join Citrus Dental Care and grow with us!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person
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Dental Nurse/Trainee Dental Nurse

GY1 Little Grove Dental

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Little Grove Dental care have a fantastic new opportunity for a Dental Nurse to join our practice. Little Grove Dental and Implant Clinic is situated in the beautiful St Peter Port in Guernsey. We are a warm and caring family dental practice, and we pride ourselves in providing the very best in high quality and long-lasting dentistry at affordable prices. We are well regarded for high standards and excellent patient care.

*Job title: * Dental Nurse/Trainee Dental Nurse

*Employed or self-employed: *Employed

*Salary:* TBD

*Key responsibilities & duties:*

Little Grove Guernsey are looking for a full time Qualified Dental Nurse, however happy to provide training to the right candidate.

The dental nurse should assist the dentist and/or Hygienist with all clinical aspects within the surgery.

A dental nurse must provide excellent patient care, maintain cross infection control, equipment, and materials.

Dental nurses should always adhere to the systems and protocols in line with Company strategy, goals and values. They should apply proficient surgery procedures, ensuring the best utilisation of surgery time.

* A friendly, courteous and welcoming disposition
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Excellent telephone manner
* Experience of working within a surgery environment
* Undertakes CPD in line with GDC guidelines

*Academic or trade qualifications:*

GDC registered for a Qualified Dental Nurse however as training can be provided for this role then a trainee would not need to be GDC registered.

*Company Benefits:*

* Competitive salary
* Company pension scheme
* GDC and indemnity paid
* Core CPD organised by the practice
* Perk-box membership- employee discount scheme
* Extra day off for Birthday
* Support of a well-established friendly team
* Annual cost of living wage increase
* Employee of the month rewards
* Social events including summer and Christmas parties

We look forward to hearing from you!

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Store discount
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday



Experience:
* Dental assisting: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
* GDC (preferred)

Location:
* Guernsey, GY1 1BP (preferred)

Work Location: In person
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Dental Nurse/Trainee Dental Nurse

Kirkwall, Scotland Clyde Munro Dental Group

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Join our Team!


We are excited to be recruiting a Dental Nurse to join our team in Orkney to work across our 3 practices. We will also consider Trainee applications.


Our practice is a well-established and trusted part of the community, known for delivering excellent patient care in a welcoming environment. We take pride in our dedicated team of professionals who are passionate and committed to delive.
















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Dental Nurse

NR25 6BW Holt, Eastern Bupa Dental Care

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CM6 1AE Great Dunmow, Eastern Bupa Dental Care

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Dental Nurse

PR3 1NS Garstang, North West Bupa Dental Care

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We're excited to offer Dental Nurse opportunity at our Garstang practice.

Working Schedule


  • Wednesday 7.45- 5.45, Thursday 7.45-5.45, Friday 7.45 -5.00

What We Offer:


• Full coverage of your GDC registration , DBS check , and professional indemnity – all paid for by Bupa Dental Care
• The best of both worlds – a warm, family-feel environment backed by the security and stability of Bupa
• Access to industry-leading benefits , including enhanced leave, wellbeing support, and ongoing professional development

As a Dental Nurse at Bupa, you’ll benefit from exceptional development and opportunities and an experienced practice team around you - all in an environment built to help you succeed and feel comfortable coming to work.

Qualified Dental Nurse skills and experience required for this role:

  • GDC Registered
  • Preferred Dentally experience
  • Ensure CQC requirements are met
  • Update patient records - digitally held
  • Set up decontamination of instruments
  • Provide clinical chair-side support to dentists
  • Undertake some reception duties
  • Willingness to provide exceptional patient care

Your development at Bupa Dental Care

We have introduced a career framework for dental nurses which links pay to skills, qualifications and progression.

Dental nurses are central to the success of our practices, and we want you to feel valued and well-rewarded for your vital work.  Our pay structure offers you clear career direction and professional development opportunities - should you wish to take them. If not, that's ok too, we know how challenging and rewarding a career in dental nursing is, we recognise this and we take action to make life easier for you.

Your salary and benefits:

We make life better for millions. That includes yours. Here are just some of the benefits on offer when you join Bupa Dental Care: 

  • Competitive pay rates which increase as you gain more experience.
  • Access to MyHealthcare which gives you quick, easy access to free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support – all available from one phone number. You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.
  • My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your financial wellbeing.
  • Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK. This benefit includes access to online digital fitness providers too.
  • Our mental health approach brings together a wide range of support such as our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and access to Personal Energy - Bupa’s own wellbeing programme.
  • Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.
  • Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual Flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
  • Wagestream – Access your income before payday, if and when you need it.
  • You're supported from day one to learn, develop and encouraged to progress. We’ve established dental nurse career pathways leading to senior roles, free specialist training and offer free CPD.
  • We cover your GDC registration, your DBS and professional indemnity - we'll save you hundreds of pounds so you can concentrate on delivering great patient care and building your dental career with us.
  • And many more, just ask.


So why wait? Apply now to be part of a brilliant team.

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn  and Facebook.

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.  

Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will aim to offer an interview/assessment to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and offer reasonable adjustments to anyone who may benefit from accommodations to the recruitment process.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.

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SA11 3AY Neath, Wales Bupa Dental Care

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Qualified Dental Nurse - Neath, Victoria Gardens

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday - 24 hours a week

Your GDC registration, DBS check and professional indemnity are all covered by Bupa Dental Care 
- A family feel, with the security and stability that comes with being part of Bupa
- Industry-leading benefits (read more on them below)

As a Dental Nurse at Bupa, you’ll benefit from exceptional development and opportunities and an experienced practice team around you - all in an environment built to help you succeed and feel comfortable coming to work.

Qualified Dental Nurse skills and experience required for this role:

  • GDC Registered
  • Preferred Dentally experience
  • Ensure CQC requirements are met
  • Update patient records - digitally held
  • Set up decontamination of instruments
  • Provide clinical chair-side support to dentists
  • Undertake some reception duties
  • Willingness to provide exceptional patient care

Your development at Bupa Dental Care

We have introduced a career framework for dental nurses which links pay to skills, qualifications and progression.

Dental nurses are central to the success of our practices, and we want you to feel valued and well-rewarded for your vital work.  Our pay structure offers you clear career direction and professional development opportunities - should you wish to take them. If not, that's ok too, we know how challenging and rewarding a career in dental nursing is, we recognise this and we take action to make life easier for you.

Your salary and benefits:

We make life better for millions. That includes yours. Here are just some of the benefits on offer when you join Bupa Dental Care: 

  • Competitive pay rates which increase as you gain more experience.
  • Access to MyHealthcare which gives you quick, easy access to free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support – all available from one phone number. You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.
  • My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your financial wellbeing.
  • Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK. This benefit includes access to online digital fitness providers too.
  • Our mental health approach brings together a wide range of support such as our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and access to Personal Energy - Bupa’s own wellbeing programme.
  • Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.
  • Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual Flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
  • Wagestream – Access your income before payday, if and when you need it.
  • You're supported from day one to learn, develop and encouraged to progress. We’ve established dental nurse career pathways leading to senior roles, free specialist training and offer free CPD.
  • We cover your GDC registration, your DBS and professional indemnity - we'll save you hundreds of pounds so you can concentrate on delivering great patient care and building your dental career with us.
  • And many more, just ask.


So why wait? Apply now to be part of a brilliant team.

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn , Facebook and Instagram .

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.  

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.

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Dental Nurse

BH4 8DT Bournemouth, South West Bupa Dental Care

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Qualified Dental Nurse - Westbourne Dental Practice 

Monday to Friday 8am-17.00pm 40 hours a week

Your GDC registration, DBS check and professional indemnity are all covered by Bupa Dental Care 
- A family feel, with the security and stability that comes with being part of Bupa
- Industry-leading benefits (read more on them below)

As a Dental Nurse at Bupa, you’ll benefit from exceptional development and opportunities and an experienced practice team around you - all in an environment built to help you succeed and feel comfortable coming to work.

Qualified Dental Nurse skills and experience required for this role:

  • GDC Registered
  • Preferred Dentally experience
  • Ensure CQC requirements are met
  • Update patient records - digitally held
  • Set up decontamination of instruments
  • Provide clinical chair-side support to dentists
  • Undertake some reception duties
  • Willingness to provide exceptional patient care

Your development at Bupa Dental Care

We have introduced a career framework for dental nurses which links pay to skills, qualifications and progression.

Dental nurses are central to the success of our practices, and we want you to feel valued and well-rewarded for your vital work.  Our pay structure offers you clear career direction and professional development opportunities - should you wish to take them. If not, that's ok too, we know how challenging and rewarding a career in dental nursing is, we recognise this and we take action to make life easier for you.

Your salary and benefits:

We make life better for millions. That includes yours. Here are just some of the benefits on offer when you join Bupa Dental Care: 

  • Competitive pay rates which increase as you gain more experience.
  • Access to MyHealthcare which gives you quick, easy access to free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support – all available from one phone number. You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.
  • My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your financial wellbeing.
  • Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK. This benefit includes access to online digital fitness providers too.
  • Our mental health approach brings together a wide range of support such as our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and access to Personal Energy - Bupa’s own wellbeing programme.
  • Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.
  • Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual Flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
  • Wagestream – Access your income before payday, if and when you need it.
  • You're supported from day one to learn, develop and encouraged to progress. We’ve established dental nurse career pathways leading to senior roles, free specialist training and offer free CPD.
  • We cover your GDC registration, your DBS and professional indemnity - we'll save you hundreds of pounds so you can concentrate on delivering great patient care and building your dental career with us.
  • And many more, just ask.


So why wait? Apply now to be part of a brilliant team.

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn  and Facebook.

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.  

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.

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