Dental Nurse

Dentex Health; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental group in Belfast is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join their team at the Finaghy Orthodontic Centre. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate starting at £13.70. Ideal candidates will have a recognised Dental Nursing qualification and a caring, empathetic approach. The role includes various benefits like financial security, wellbeing support, and additional leave options. This is a great opportunity for those looking to grow in their dental career within a supportive and modern environment.

Benefits

GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs covered

Wellbeing Support

Bonus scheme based on practice performance

Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Life assurance and pension scheme

Qualifications

• Active GDC registration is required.
• Orthodontic experience is helpful but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional dental care to patients.
• Support Specialist Orthodontists and Therapists.
• Build relationships with colleagues and patients.

Skills

Dental Nursing qualification

Strong communication skills

Caring and empathetic approach

Team player

Education

Recognised Dental Nursing qualification

Job description

Are you a qualified Dental Nurse looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Are you ready to step into a new challenge in a friendly and modern setting? If so, we’ve got a vacancy at our welcoming Finaghy Orthodontic Centre.

We are also open to accepting an enthusiastic Trainee Dental Nurse for this position.

• Full-time hours– 37.5hoursper week

• Typical shifts are 8am to 4.pm, Monday - Friday (with the odd late shift on a Wednesday - rota basis)

• Competitive hourly rate from: £13.70

• 3-surgery, specialist Orthodontic practice, caring for both NHS and private patients

• Modern and well-equipped surgeries, working alongside Specialist Orthodontists and Therapists

• Fully Funded Radiography course

About you

We’d love to receive your application to our Dental Nurse vacancy if you have the following skills and experience:

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration

• A caring and empathetic approach, with strong communication skills

• A team player who thrives on providing great service and building relationships with colleagues and patients

• Orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be provided

What do you get in return?

In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package also includes:

• GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs fully covered

• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and GP service plus an in-house Mental Health First Aider programme

• Additional Reward: bonus scheme based on practice performance

• Extra Leave: Birthday off and option to buy 3 more days

• Family Support: Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

• Financial Security: Life assurance and pension scheme

Who are we?

PortmanDentex is a leading dental group where your skills and ambitions make a real difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We’re united by a passion for great dentistry, putting patients first and helping each other grow both at work and beyond.

Application process

When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, plus answers to a few quick questions — and that’s it! You’ll hear back from us as soon as we can, whatever the outcome.

Ready to join us? Click apply to take the next step in your Dental Nursing career.