Overview
We have an opportunity for a Trainee Dental Nurse to join Victoria Road Dental Care in Deal, Kent.
Victoria Road Dental Care, located in the seaside town of Deal, is a well-established modern dental practice serving the community for many years.
Role details
* Full-time hours available — 40 hours per week
* Shifts are 8.30am–5.30pm with an hour for lunch
* Training supported by our highly experienced team; your course will be overseen by an external course provider and is fully funded by PortmanDentex
Responsibilities
* Provide chair-side assistance to dentists, hygienists or therapists during clinical sessions
* Ensure that correct materials and equipment are available during each procedure
* Support the clinical team to deliver high standards of patient care
About You / 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
* Willing to be a key player in the team providing chair-side assistance
* Comfortable learning to perform high quality dental nursing whilst assisting each dentist, hygienist or therapist
What you get in return
* Hourly rate is National Minimum Wage
* GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs covered
* Bonus scheme based on practice performance
* Access to our Dental Academy to support your career ambitions
* Additional special days off (such as your birthday) and the opportunity to purchase up to 3 extra annual leave days
* Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
* Life assurance and contributory pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential helpline and counselling service, plus 24/7 GP service
How to apply
To apply for our Trainee Dental Nurse vacancy, you can submit your latest CV, or contact nicola.carter@portmandental.co.uk to arrange an initial chat. You may also share this opportunity with friends or colleagues who may be interested.
Additional Information
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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