Job Description
Head Dental Nurse - Full-Time Position (Mixed NHS & Private Clinic)\nLocation: Derby\nHours: Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 17:30, Tuesday: 09:30 - 18:30, Saturday: 08:30 - 13:30\nSalary: Up to £14.50 per hour\n\nWe are looking for an experienced, dedicated, and proactive Head Dental Nurse to join our friendly and professional team at a well-established mixed NHS and private clinic in Derby. This is a full-time role with a varied and dynamic workload, offering a competitive salary of up to £14.50 per hour.\n\nAbout the Role:\nAs the Head Dental Nurse, you will spend three days a week providing support in surgery, assisting our dental team in delivering excellent care to our patients. The other two days will be split between supporting the front-of-house team and assisting the practice manager in day-to-day operations, ensuring the smooth running of the clinic.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role while working in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Assist with a variety of dental procedures and provide excellent chairside support.\n\n * Supervise, mentor, and train junior nurses, ensuring high standards of care are maintained.\n\n * Work closely with the practice manager to help ensure the efficient running of the clinic.\n\n * Support the front-of-house team with patient coordination and administrative tasks as required.\n\n * Ensure infection control procedures are adhered to and maintain high standards of hygiene.\n\n * Ensure accurate patient records are kept and contribute to maintaining a safe, effective, and welcoming environment for patients.\n\nWhat We’re Looking For:\n\n * A qualified and GDC registered dental nurse with proven experience in a similar role.\n\n * Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team.\n\n * Excellent communication and organizational skills.\n\n * A proactive approach to problem-solving and improving practice efficiency.\n\n * Ability to work well within a team and support colleagues across various departments.\n\n * A positive, caring attitude towards patients and a commitment to delivering exceptional care.\n\nBenefits:\n\n * Competitive salary up to £14.50 per hour.\n\n * Full-time, permanent role with a structured working schedule.\n\n * Opportunity to work in a mixed NHS and private dental practice.\n\n * Supportive and friendly team environment.\n\n * Training and development opportunities to advance your career.\n\nIf you are passionate about dentistry, enjoy working in a leadership role, and want to make a difference in a growing practice, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join our dynamic team in Derby