Dental Nurse

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

Job summary

A leading dental group in Sittingbourne is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join their modern clinic. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate starting from £13.05 with added benefits like covered GDC and CPD costs, wellbeing support, and a bonus scheme. Candidates should hold a Dental Nursing qualification and have strong communication skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to exceptional patient care and professional growth.

Benefits

GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs fully covered

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

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

• Recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration required.
• Caring and empathetic approach with strong communication skills essential.
• Team player who thrives on providing great service.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dental care to NHS and private patients.
• Work alongside Specialist Orthodontists and Therapists in a caring environment.
• Engage with patients and colleagues effectively.

Skills

Dental Nursing qualification

Strong communication skills

Caring and empathetic approach

Team player

Orthodontic experience

Education

Active GDC registration

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 Sittingbourne - Portman Smile Clinic.

• Full-time hours available over 4 days a week

• Typical shifts: Monday 8-8pm, Tuesday 7:45-6:15pm, Wed. 7:45-5:15, Thurs 7:45-5:15
• No working Fridays!

• Competitive hourly rate from: £13.05

• 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
• Parking on site

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.