Trainee Dental Nurse

NLDC LTD • Permanent • Gravesend, Kent, England, United Kingdom • £13.40 / hour • 1w ago

Job Title: Trainee Dental Nurse

Location: Gravesend, Kent, DA13

Salary: From £13.40 per hour

Job Type: Permanent, Opening - Full or Part time

Number of vacancies - Two

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in dentistry?

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Dental Nurse to join our friendly private dental practice in Meopham, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience while working alongside an experienced and supportive dental team. Whether you have recently enrolled on a Dental Nursing course or are planning to begin your training, we would love to hear from you.

About the Practice:

We are a modern, well-established private dental practice providing high-quality patient care in a welcoming and professional environment. Our team delivers a wide range of treatments including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, Invisalign, hygiene therapy, restorative dentistry and preventative care, giving trainee nurses excellent exposure across multiple areas of dentistry.

The Role:

As a Trainee Dental Nurse, you will support clinicians during a variety of dental procedures while developing the practical skills and knowledge required for a successful career in dental nursing.

Your responsibilities will include:

Assisting dentists during patient treatment
Preparing and maintaining clinical treatment rooms
Cleaning, sterilising and maintaining dental instruments
Following infection prevention and health and safety procedures
Supporting patients throughout their appointments
Updating patient records accurately
Working closely with the wider practice team
Participating in ongoing training and professional development

What We're Looking For:

The successful candidate will be:

Friendly, professional and reliable
Eager to build a long-term career in dentistry
Organised with good communication skills
Comfortable using basic computer systems
Enrolled on, or intending to enrol on, a GDC-approved Dental Nursing qualification
Eligible to work in the UK
Vaccinated against Hepatitis B or willing to begin the vaccination programme. First dose required.

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly pay from £13.40
Full support throughout your Dental Nursing training
Ongoing mentoring and development
Hands-on experience across a wide range of dental treatments
A supportive and experienced clinical team
A modern, well-equipped practice using digital technology
Excellent long-term career development opportunities

Location:

The practice is easily accessible by both public transport and car. Railway station is approximately a five-minute walk away, with regular services to London and Kent. Free on-site parking is also available.

Apply Today:

If you are passionate about beginning a career in dentistry and would like to join a supportive, patient-focused practice, we would love to hear from you.

Applications must be submitted through this platform only. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial informal discussion before being invited to attend an interview.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Trainee Dentist Assistant, Trainee Dental Assistant, Trainee Dental Nurse, will also be considered for this role.

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