Lead Dental Nurse – Summertown, Oxfordshire (Fixed Term Contract)
MBR Dental are currently supporting a well-established private dental practice in Summertown, Oxfordshire to recruit a Lead Dental Nurse on a 6-month fixed term contract.
The Role
1. Full-time position: 42 hours per week
2. Contract: 6 months (fixed term)
3. Start date: ASAP
4. Private practice setting offering high-quality general and cosmetic dentistry
Working Hours
5. Monday: 8:45am – 5:45pm
6. Tuesday: 8:45am – 7:45pm
7. Wednesday & Thursday: 8:45am – 5:45pm
8. Friday: 7:45am – 4:45pm
Pay & Benefits
9. Hourly rate: Negotiable, depending on experience
10. Fully funded CPD
11. GDC registration, DBS check & professional indemnity fees covered
12. Uniform provided
13. Competitive staff benefits
14. Strong opportunities for progression and development
15. Access to Practice Manager academies for career advancement
About the Practice
The practice provides a range of treatments including:
16. General dentistry
17. Invisalign
18. Implants
19. Hygiene services
Dentally software experience is preferred but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
As Lead Dental Nurse, you will:
20. Provide chairside support and patient care
21. Lead, mentor, and support the nursing team
22. Oversee reception duties and staff rotas
23. Ensure compliance with CQC standards and audit processes
24. Manage infection control and instrument decontamination
25. Maintain equipment, stock control, and surgery readiness
26. Work closely with the Practice Manager to ensure smooth daily operations
27. Provide occasional reception cover when required
Requirements
28. Minimum 2 years’ Dental Nursing experience
29. GDC registered
30. Valid DBS check
31. Strong leadership and organisational skills
32. Confident in mentoring and supporting a team
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