Head dental nurse

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