* PortmanDentex Location: Edinburgh - Edinburgh Dental Specialists
* Vacancy Type: Nurse - Qualified
* Department: Practices - South
Additional Information
Join Our Team at Edinburgh Dental Specialists Expanding Our Clinical Support Team - Dental Nurse Opportunity
Are you a dedicated and conscientious dental nurse looking for your next career move? Do you want to work alongside a team of dental specialists providing world‑class patient care across a wide range of disciplines? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
We’re expanding our clinical support team and are looking for a passionate dental nurse to join our busy, friendly, and forward‑thinking referral practice.
* Full‑time position - 34 hours per week
* Flexible working hours - Shifts between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Saturday, agreed based on clinical needs
* Salary - Competitive and dependent on experience. We are all about progression – we pay for your extra qualifications and will pay you more on completion of your additional training.
Who We Are
Located in the heart of Edinburgh, our team includes specialists in all areas of dentistry. Unlike general practices, we focus on referred cases – giving you the chance to gain varied, in‑depth experience while supporting advanced treatments.
Our colleagues commute from across Edinburgh and beyond – by train, bike, and bus – making us a well‑connected, accessible workplace.
At Edinburgh Dental Specialists, we deeply value our clinical support team – dental nurses, LDU assistants, and reception team. Without you, our standard of care wouldn’t be possible. That’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and sense of belonging.
Our Values
* Inclusivity
* Influence
* Inspiration
* Integrity
* Kindness, visibility, and voice – Be kind. Be seen. Be heard.
Benefits of Working With Us
As part of the PortmanDentex group, we offer a wide range of perks and support for our team, including:
* Special leave days – For your birthdays, wedding, moving house, child’s first day at school, or graduation
* GDC registration and indemnity costs covered
* Access to CPD through an online learning portal
* MyGPS personal development framework – Plan and progress your career
* Structured pay and progression for dental nurses
* Cycle to Work scheme – Save up to 48%
* Employee Assistance Programme – Emotional and practical support when needed
* Exclusive discounts – Through the Perks at Work platform
* Life assurance cover
* Company pension scheme
* Access to high‑quality dental care from our own clinicians and therapists
* 24/7 GP service
* Oracle self‑service portal – Access and manage your data with ease
* Paid sick leave – Up to 2 weeks per year if needed
PortmanDentex are a people‑first dental corporate who proved their commitment to patients and colleagues alike – especially during the Covid pandemic. At Edinburgh Dental Specialists, we share this ethos. We believe our greatest asset is our people.
About You
* Ambitious and proactive
* Team‑oriented with a collaborative mindset
* Ready to take responsibility and contribute meaningfully to team success
* Eager to grow within a supportive, specialist‑led environment
If this sounds like you and you’re ready to embrace a new challenge in a well‑established and respected practice, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re focused on finding the right person. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview to see what life at Edinburgh Dental Specialists is really like.
We aim to make our decision promptly after your visit.
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.
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