Head Dental Nurse

Head Dental Nurse

Full-Time 15 - 15 Β£ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic nursing team and support diverse dental treatments.
  • Company: Established independent dental practice with a strong patient base.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, permanent position, and a supportive work environment.
  • Other info: Join a settled team in a modern practice with excellent career prospects.
  • Why this job: Take ownership of your role and enjoy clinical variety every day.
  • Qualifications: GDC registered dental nurse with sedation qualification and leadership experience.

The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 Β£ per hour.

ZEST Dental Recruitment is working in partnership with an established dental practice in Stockport, Greater Manchester to recruit a Head Dental Nurse with sedation qualification.

The role:

  • Head Dental Nurse, sedation qualified
  • Full-time
  • Β£15 per hour
  • Permanent position

The practice:

  • Independent, multi-surgery, well-equipped and well-presented dental practice
  • Strong private patient base alongside general NHS work and a dedicated Minor Oral Surgery contract β€” a genuinely varied case mix
  • Wide range of treatments on offer including implants, Invisalign, sedation and specialist services
  • Experienced senior clinical team on site
  • Settled, professional team and established patient base

Why this role:

This is an opportunity to lead the nursing team at a modern, varied practice β€” supporting everything from routine NHS care through to MOS, sedation and specialist private treatment. A genuinely rewarding role for a nurse looking to take ownership of how the nursing team runs day to day, with plenty of clinical variety to keep the role interesting.

Requirements:

  • GDC registered dental nurse
  • Sedation qualification
  • Previous head nurse or senior nursing experience preferred

Head Dental Nurse employer: ZEST Dental Recruitment

Join a forward-thinking dental practice in Wellington, Somerset, where you will enjoy an excellent work-life balance and a supportive environment. With a competitive private rate of 50% and tailored UDA contracts, we prioritise your professional growth through access to free CPD and discounted courses. Our flexible working arrangements and generous benefits, including a Β£5k welcome payment and contributions towards accommodation or childcare, make us an outstanding employer for Associate Dentists seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.

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Contact Details:

ZEST Dental Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head Dental Nurse

Sedation Qualification
GDC Registration
Leadership Skills
Clinical Experience
Nursing Team Management
Patient Care
Communication Skills