Job Description
Location: Forest Hill, London, SE23 3HN
Salary: 13 per hour (negotiable)
Employment Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 17:00 (flexible), occasional Saturdays
About Us
We are a reputable NHS practice providing a full range of NHS and private treatments. Our services include oral surgery (with or without sedation), cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and more. We prioritise patient comfort and safety, including programs for nervous patients and home visits for sick or disabled patients. Our clinic maintains strict infection control measures and fully accessible facilities.
Daily Duties
Assist dentists during treatments and procedures
Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials
Sterilise instruments and maintain a clean and organised surgery
Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays)
Ensure patient comfort and safety
Record accurate patient notes and information
Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-treatment care
Skills or Requirements
No prior experience required; full training provided
Enthusiastic and eager to learn
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Planning or already enrolled on a GDC approved dental course
Ability to work well in a team
Punctual, reliable, and committed to high-quality patient care