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Dental Nurse jobs
Achieve your ambitions at mydentist
At mydentist, we’re always on the lookout for ambitious nurses who want to join our brilliant practice teams and make a difference to patients, whether you are already working as a dental nurse or are looking to train as one.
With nearly 600 modern practices across the UK, each with its own friendly, experienced, and well-established practice team already in place, there are countless opportunities for nurses looking for roles where they can grow their careers in a comfortable and supportive environment.
We’re investing more in our frontline teams than ever before and, as a result,
nurses at mydentist can expect a competitive salary up to £23,920 (depending on experience) and industry-leading benefits, including up to 30 days’ annual leave per year, health cash plans, access to private GP services, childcare vouchers, GDC registration fees, fully-paid indemnity cover, and discounts at high street retailers.
You’ll also get real job stability and access to outstanding support, such as professional development courses to shape your career in a way that suits you.
Why work with mydentist?
We’re dedicated to ensuring we can meet the ambitions of our nurses and many of our senior managers started their careers as dental nurses in our practices.
Dental Nurse career path
Effective 1st April 2024
- Student dental nurse Min rate £10.70 per hour £11.44 for age 21 and over plus £500 bonus on qualifying*
- Dental Nurse Min rate £11.59 per hour
- Dental Nurse (2+ years GDC reg) Min rate £11.74 per hour
- Dental Nurse (4+ years GDC reg) Min rate £11.89 per hour
- Dental Nurse (6+ years GDC reg) Min rate £12.04 per hour
- Area Support Nurse (Float Nurse) Min rate £12.19 per hour
- Advanced Dental Nurse Min rate £12.34 per hour
- Head Nurse Min rate £12.49 per hour
*Some practices also offer an additional hours rate premium depending on location.
Life of a Dental Nurse at mydentist
Life as a Dental Nurse is rewarding, exciting, and challenging in the best way. At mydentist, you’ll have the support of your practice team, and our central support teams, to help you succeed.
Daily duties include:
- Checking patient notes in the morning and setting up surgeries for the day, from checking equipment and disinfecting surfaces to preparing instrument trays.
- Greeting patients and working with dentists in treatment by providing instruments, or even just chatting with the patients during procedures.
- Advising patients on consent forms, procedures, and basic oral healthcare post-treatment.
- Stock-takes and closing down surgeries at the end of the day.