At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic dental team while providing hands-on patient care.
- Company: Join the friendly and professional team at David Neal Dental in Hastings.
- Benefits: Enjoy paid GDC registration, indemnity cover, and funded CPD.
- Other info: Immediate start available; competitive salary based on experience.
- Why this job: Take your career to the next level with excellent growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: 2 years of dental assisting experience and valid GDC registration required.
Are you an experienced Dental Nurse ready to take the next step in your career?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Dental Nurse to join our friendly and professional team at our Hastings practice. At David Neal Dental, this role offers the perfect balance of leadership responsibility and hands-on nursing. As our Lead Nurse, you will play a key role in maintaining the highest clinical standards while supporting and developing the wider team.
As Lead Dental Nurse, you will:
- Take responsibility for infection control protocols and ensure full compliance across the practice
- Support, mentor, and train trainee dental nurses
- Manage stock control and ordering efficiently
- Carry out infection control audits and maintain high clinical standards
- Continue to work chairside, doing what you enjoy most – nursing
No prior experience as a Lead Nurse? No problem. We provide full training and support to help you succeed in the role. You’ll work alongside a highly skilled team of NHS and Private dentists and hygienists, giving you exposure to a wide range of treatments and opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge.
Why Join Us?
At David Neal Dental, we are committed to your professional growth. You’ll benefit from:
- A supportive and experienced team environment
- Excellent career development opportunities
- A stable, long-term position within a respected practice
Benefits Include:
- Paid GDC registration
- Paid Indemnity cover
- Funded annual CPD
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver exceptional patient care and uphold the practice ethos
- Lead and support the clinical team to maintain high standards
- Ensure compliance with infection control and decontamination procedures
- Contribute to team meetings and help enhance the patient journey
- Adhere to all GDPR and confidentiality regulations
Working Hours:
- Monday to Friday: 7:45am – 5:15pm
- Salary: Competitive and negotiable, depending on experience
- Start Date: Immediate start available
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £15.00- £16.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hastings TN34 1QY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 2 years (required)
- Dental Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Valid GDC registration (required)
Work Location: In person
Lead Dental Nurse employer: David Neal Dedicated Dental
At David Neal Dental, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and experienced team environment that fosters professional growth. As a Lead Dental Nurse in our Hastings practice, you'll enjoy a balanced role with leadership responsibilities while continuing to provide hands-on patient care, all within a respected practice that values your development through funded CPD and comprehensive training opportunities.
Contact Details:
David Neal Dedicated Dental Recruitment Team
