Trainee Dental Nurse

Overview

PortmanDentex have an opportunity for a Trainee Dental Nurse to join PortmanDentex's Quay Dental practice in Bideford. No previous dental experience is needed for this role. If you have a genuine interest in health and well-being, are passionate about delivering great service, and are looking for a career where you can learn, grow, and develop, then this could be a perfect fit for you.

Job Details

Working Hours

Full-time hours are 37.5 per week, with typical shifts from 9am to 5pm.

Training

Training will be supported by PortmanDentex's highly experienced team, overseen by an external course provider and fully funded by PortmanDentex.

About You

PortmanDentex welcome your application to PortmanDentex's Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy if you have the following skills and qualifications:

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above are essential to undertake the course.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and are a good communicator who thrives upon delivering excellent standards of patient care.
• Happy to be a key player in the team providing chair-side assistance, ensuring that the correct materials and equipment are available during each clinical session.
• Comfortable learning to perform high-quality dental nursing while assisting each dentist, hygienist, or therapist in all procedures.

What Do You Get in Return?

At PortmanDentex, you’ll be part of an inclusive, collaborative team environment where taking ownership of your development journey is both encouraged and supported. PortmanDentex take time to celebrate success and have fun.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, PortmanDentex's benefits package includes:

• GDC, Indemnity, and CPD costs covered.
• Bonus scheme based on practice performance.
• Access to PortmanDentex's Dental Academy to support you with your career ambitions.
• Additional special days off (such as your birthday), with the opportunity to purchase up to 3 additional annual leave days.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Life assurance and contributory pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7, 365 days a year confidential helpline and counselling service, plus 24/7 GP service.