About this role
Job summary
Steyndent Ltd is looking for a friendly, reliable, and motivated qualified dental nurse or nearly qualified dental nurse to join our welcoming practice team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start a career in dentistry or for an experienced nurse seeking a supportive and professional workplace.
We are a patient-focused practice committed to delivering high-quality dental care in a calm and friendly environment.
Main duties of the job Job Role
You will support the dentist and wider clinical team to provide excellent patient care while ensuring the smooth running of daily surgeries.
Main DutiesAssisting the dentist during a range of treatments and procedures
Preparing and sterilising instruments in line with infection control standards
Welcoming and caring for patients in a professional manner
Maintaining accurate clinical records
Supporting reception duties when required
Ensuring surgeries are clean, organised, and fully stocked
Following all CQC, HTM 01-05, and health & safety procedures
About us
We are a small dental practice based in a semi-rural location, proudly serving our local community. While we primarily provide NHS care, we are committed to delivering a high-quality, patient-focused experience that reflects the standards of private dentistry.
Our modern practice is equipped with the latest technology, including digital X-rays and advanced scanning systems, ensuring efficient and comfortable treatment. We are also proud to have been highly rated by the CQC, reflecting our dedication to excellent care and patient satisfaction.
Job description Job responsibilities
Main Purpose of the Job
Provide clinical assistance to practice clinicians, work with little to no supervision and carry out duties to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities:
prepare and maintain the clinical environment, including the equipment carry out infection prevention and control procedures to prevent physical, chemical and microbiological contamination in the surgery or laboratory record dental charting and oral tissue assessment carried out by other registrants prepare, mix and handle dental biomaterials provide chairside support to the operator during treatment keep full, accurate and contemporaneous patient records prepare equipment, materials and patients for dental radiography process dental radiographs monitor, support and reassure patients give appropriate patient advice support the patient and their colleagues if there is a medical emergency Assist on reception when required
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
For Qualified Dental Nurse: GDC registered (or eligible to register) For Trainee Dental Nurse: Enrolled on a dental nurse course
Knowledge Essential
Previous dental nursing experience Good communication and teamwork skills Enthusiastic and willing to learn Excellent people skills Reliable, punctual, and professional (Enrolled on a dental nurse course)
Desirable
Confident Learning new IT skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Steyndent Ltd
Address Steyndent
4 High Street
Steyning
West Sussex
BN44 3GG
Employer's website https://www.steyndent.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)