Trainee Dental Nurse; Entry:Level

Overview

Job Title:

Trainee Dental Nurse

Location:

Highgate N6 4ER

Salary:
From GBP
13.00 per hour, dependent on experience
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent

We are a long-established dental practice with over 50 years of experience providing high-quality dental care to the local community. We deliver comprehensive NHS dental services alongside private treatments, working in a modern, fully refurbished environment. Our practice is well known for supporting nervous patients and delivering patient-centred care. We have invested significantly in digital X-ray technology, modern clinical software, and a dedicated decontamination room that fully complies with CQC standards.

We have a highly experienced, supportive, and long-standing team with a proven track record of training Trainee Dental Nurses. Previous trainees have successfully completed their NEBDN qualification first time, supported through structured in-practice training and mentoring.

• Job Title:
  
  Trainee Dental Nurse / Dental Nurse Assistant
• Position Type:
  Part-time, Permanent
• Number of Positions: 1
• Location:
  
  Highgate, North London, N6 4ER
• Practices:
  Two practices within 200 yards of each other
• One NHS/Mixed practice
• One fully private practice

• From GBP
  13.00 per hour, dependent on experience
• Paid hourly, with scope for increases as training and responsibilities develop

• Wednesdays: 8.00am – 5.30pm
• Thursdays: 8.30am – 5.00pm
• Total: 16 hours per week, opportunity to increase days and hours in the future

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to start and build a long-term career in dentistry. Full support will be provided with the GDC-approved Dental Nurse training course, with practical experience gained across both NHS and private clinical settings.

• Chairside assisting dentists during a range of dental procedures
• Preparing, cleaning, and sterilising dental instruments and treatment rooms
• Supporting patients to feel comfortable and reassured, particularly nervous patients
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and patient notes
• Following infection control, cross-contamination, and health and safety procedures

• Strong interest in becoming a qualified Dental Nurse
• Willingness to enrol on a NEBDN GDC-approved Dental Nurse training course
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and punctual
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive approach with good initiative

We are committed to supporting long-term career development. This role offers clear progression opportunities, including:

• Qualified Dental Nurse (NEBDN)
• Front of House / Patient Care Coordinator
• Head Dental Nurse
• Compliance Lead / Managing Compliance roles
• Practice Management support roles

Training, mentoring, and professional development are actively encouraged, and progression is based on performance, commitment, and interest.

• Holiday entitlement
• Workplace pension
• Full training and NEBDN support
• Supportive and experienced clinical team
• Long-term career progression opportunities

Monday – Thursday: 8.00am – 5.30pm and Friday: 8.00am – 5.00pm

By Car – One hour of free parking is available outside the practice. Resident parking bays are available on nearby roads, except between 10.00am and 12.00pm.

By Public Transport – Train:
Less than a five-minute walk from Highgate station;
Bus:
Routes 43, 134, 143, 234, and 263, with route 263 stopping directly opposite the practice.

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Applications must be submitted exclusively through this platform. Successful candidates will be contacted for an informal chat before scheduling an interview with the practice.