Dental Nurse - Central England

Time for Teeth are looking for a GDC registered Dental Nurse to join our Central England team, supporting the delivery of high‑quality NHS dental care within our secure‑setting clinic at IRC Gatwick. Working as part of a friendly and professional dental team, you will also be an integral part of the wider healthcare environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary colleagues to support patient care. As part of a growing national company, you’ll be joining an organisation with strong values, development pathways, and a commitment to providing excellent care across the country. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is motivated, organised, and passionate about delivering excellent clinical standards.

Salary: Competitive hourly rate

Days/Hours: Wednesday- 8hrs p/w

Site/s: IRC Gatwick

We’re looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and highly motivated Dental Nurse who can work well as part of a team and use their own initiative when needed. Strong communication skills, a caring attitude, and a positive work ethic are essential.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain clean, tidy and sterile clinical areas and ensure all equipment meets required standards.
• Ensure all CQC and compliance standards are met.
• Provide chairside support to the dentist and wider clinical team.
• Set up, decontaminate and sterilise instruments.
• Maintain stock levels within clinic.
• Update and manage patient records accurately.
• Complete monthly clinic performance reports.
• Support the safety and wellbeing of all patients.
• Comply with all Health & Safety and infection‑control requirements, including PPE, COSHH and waste management.
• Complete mandatory training and CPD in line with GDC requirements.
• Manage laboratory request forms.
• Support other duties as required for the safe and efficient running of the service.

Qualifications and Skills:

• GDC Registered
• Fully qualified with 2+ years of dental nursing experience
• Hold Dental indemnity insurance (required on appointment)

Benefits:

• Competitive rate of pay
• Holiday entitlement increasing with length of service
• GDC registration covered
• Mileage for round trips over 100 miles
• Online CPD subscription
• Annual CPD training days
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Uniform provided
• Opportunities for overtime and cover across different UK sites
• The opportunity to work as part of a wider multidisciplinary healthcare team, contributing to joined‑up patient care within secure settings
• Clear development pathways in a rapidly expanding organisation
• Opportunities for post‑qualification training (e.g., Radiography, OHE, Fluoride application, Impression taking)

Please note successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and complete secure estate security vetting.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact: [email protected]