Lead Dental Nurse

Dentex Health; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental group in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Lead Dental Nurse to step into a leadership role in a modern practice. This position involves leading a team, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring compliance within the practice. Candidates should have a recognised Dental Nursing qualification, experience in a senior role, and strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, benefits like professional fees coverage, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Professional Fees Covered

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness hub with discounts

Access to Techscheme

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Recognised Dental Nursing qualification with active GDC registration.
• Previous experience in a similar lead or senior dental nurse role.
• A caring and empathetic approach with strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of nurses to ensure the best levels of patient care.
• Deliver hands‑on dental nursing and reception duties.
• Ensure smooth operation of the practice.

Skills

Dental Nursing qualification

Leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Caring and empathetic approach

Education

Active GDC registration

Job description

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

Are you ready to step into a leadership role in a friendly and modern setting? If so, we’ve got a vacancy at our welcoming The Centre for Aesthetic Periodontics and Implantology in Tunbridge Wells.

• Full-time hours available, 41 hours per week over 5 days
• Competitive hourly rate from £15.50ph
• Typical working days are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & every other Saturday
• Leading a team of nurses to ensure we deliver the best levels of patient care, in a safe, compliant environment
• Close-knitjadoveign team, delivering dental care for the best patients in Tunbridge Wells!

This pivotal role combines leadership responsibilities with hands‑on dental nursing and reception duties, ensuring the smooth operation of our practice and delivery of exceptional patient care. You’ll lead a team of nurses to deliver the highest standards of patient care in a safe and compliant environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team at this award‑winning, 5‑star reviewed Practice!

About you

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

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration
• Previous experience in a similar lead or senior dental nurse role
• A caring and empathetic approach, with strong communication and leadership skills
• A team player who thrives on supporting others and delivering excellent patient care

What do you get in return?

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

• Professional Fees Covered: GDC and Indemnity (if eligible)
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential helpline and counselling services
• Health & Lifestyle Perks: Wellness hub with discounts on gym memberships, online GP appointments, and lifestyle coaching
• Smart Tech Benefits: Access to Techscheme – spread the cost of the latest tech with convenient salary deductions
• Financial Security: Contributory 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 shared commitment to exceptional dentistry, patient‑first care, and helping each other thrive – in work and beyond.

Application process

When you click apply, we’ll just need your CV and contact details, plus answers to especiequick 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.