Dental nurse

🦷 Join Our Expert Team at Colchester Dental Specialist Centre


Position: Qualified Dental Nurse – Part Time (Implants & Oral Surgery Focus)

Practice Manager: Kristyna Dronfield

Location: Colchester, Essex

Hours: 24 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday – 8:45 AM to 5:45 PM

Are you a passionate Qualified Dental Nurse eager to specialise and grow in a supportive, high-standard environment? Join Kristyna Dronfield and her friendly, expert team at Colchester Dental Specialist Centre, part of Bupa Dental Care. This is a fantastic opportunity to support our implant and oral surgery team, working with leading clinicians in a calm and professional setting.


🌟 What You’ll Be Doing:

* Assisting in implant procedures and oral surgery cases
* Collaborating closely with a team of specialists in a modern, purpose-built setting
* If you have a sedation qualification, great! If not, we’re happy to support your development
* Occasional reception cover as part of our team-based approach


🎁 What’s in It for You:

* GDC registration, DBS check, and Professional Indemnity covered by Bupa Dental Care
* Be part of a supportive, specialist-led team in a calm and focused environment
* Enjoy a family-feel practice, backed by the strength and stability of Bupa
* Industry-leading benefits, including:
o Ongoing professional development and sedation training if required
o Bupa health insurance discounts
o Access to wellbeing and mental health support
o Discounts with popular retailers and lifestyle brands


📍 About Our Colchester Practice:

Located in the heart of Colchester, our specialist centre offers a state-of-the-art clinical environment with a warm, welcoming team atmosphere.


How to Get Here:

* Conveniently located near the A12 and Colchester Town Centre
* Walking distance from Colchester Town station
* Well-served by local buses and offers on-site parking


What’s Around:

* A variety of cafés, restaurants, and shops nearby
* Close to Castle Park for a relaxing lunch break or after-work stroll
* Near Colchester’s historic centre – a beautiful and vibrant location to work in


Ready to Specialise and Grow Your Career?

This is your chance to join a team that values clinical excellence and staff wellbeing. Whether you’re already experienced in oral surgery or ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply today and take your dental nursing career to new heights with Bupa Dental Care Colchester.


Qualified Dental Nurse Skills and Experience Required:

* GDC Registered
* Preferred dental 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 that 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.


Your Salary and Benefits:

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

* Competitive pay rates that increase with experience
* Access to MyHealthcare for quick, easy support and treatment
* My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers
* Access to discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK
* Comprehensive mental health support through our Employee Assistance Programme
* Discounted dental insurance for you and your family
* Additional health and wellbeing benefits, including Cycle to Work Scheme and free annual flu vaccine
* Wagestream – access your income before payday
* Support from day one to learn, develop, and progress
* We cover your GDC registration, DBS, and professional indemnity
* And many more, just ask!


So Why Wait?

Apply now to be part of a brilliant team!

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

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.