Dental Nurse

Job summary Were Hiring a full or part time Dental Nurses Location: Quayside Dental Centre, Quayside House, Quay Street, Gloucester, GL1 2TZ Salary: Competitive Salary as part of our Innovative Dental Nurse Career Pathway: From £ 29120.00* per annum, pro rata Our career pathway is designed to support professional development and reward additional qualifications, skills and experience, giving nurses the opportunity to progress within the salary range as they develop their careers with us. Salary levels are discussed during interviews and are based on your qualifications and experience. About the role: Join Smile Together, a growing, forward-thinking dental company, as we expand into Gloucester with a brand-new, purpose-built clinic designed to improve access to NHS dentistry for the local community. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new clinic from the very beginning. Innovative Dental Nurse Career Pathway: Grow and develop within a supportive environment where you can pursue special interests, gain qualifications, and even care for your own list of patients in nurse-led clinics. Additional qualifications include Radiography, IHS/IV Sedation, Fluoride Varnish and Oral Health Education. Main duties of the job What Youll Do Provide high-quality clinical support to our dentists and therapists while helping deliver exceptional patient care Maintain high standards of infection control and ensure surgeries are prepared and cleaned efficiently. Support the delivery of emergency and routine care, including special care and paediatric sessions. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering care across practice and community settings. Engage with patients compassionately, helping to reduce anxiety and ensure they feel welcomed and supported. Assist with administrative tasks including record-keeping, stock control, and patient preparation. What Were Looking For: GDC-registered Dental Nurse. A friendly, positive, and professional attitude with a passion for patient care. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to adapt within a dynamic clinical environment. Commitment to ongoing development and maintaining high clinical standards. Enthusiasm for Smile Togethers mission of improving oral health and reducing inequalities within local communities About us Why Join Us? Were more than just a dental practice, were proud to be the UKs first dental practice to be B Corp certified a Community Interest Company (CIC) employee-owned, giving our team a voice within the business From reducing our environmental toothprint through sustainable practices to improving access to dental care within local communities, our mission goes beyond dentistry we change lives, and wed love you to be part of that. Paid Indemnity & GDC Registration: Weve got you covered so you can focus on your career. Workforce Benefits Package: Occupational pension scheme, 27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), National Living Wage Employer, and an extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday! Smile+ Employee Benefits Platform Enjoy access to our Smile+ employee benefits platform, bringing together exclusive employee discounts, health and wellbeing resources, financial wellbeing support, recognition tools and a range of benefits designed to support you both at work and beyond. Health Cash Plan Access a comprehensive Health Cash Plan through Westfield Health, helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare while providing access to a wide range of health and wellbeing services, from optical and dental care to GP support, diagnostic tests and wellbeing resources. Details Date posted 20 August 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £29,120 to £30,680 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number P0017-26-0062 Job locations Quayside Dental Centre Quayside House Quay Street Gloucester gl12tz United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Job Summary: To provide clinical support to dentists and therapists, ensuring the effective and safe delivery of high-quality dental care. The role also involves maintaining compliance with professional and regulatory standards while supporting efficient practice operations. Travel to provide cover at other clinical locations within Smile Together will be required on occasions. Key accountabilities Working in Accordance with GDC Dental Standards and CQC Regulations As a General Dental Council (GDC) registered professional, the post holder must: Adhere to GDC Standards for the Dental Team, ensuring ethical and effective patient care. Maintain full GDC registration without conditions. Uphold clinical governance, infection control (HTM 01-05), and professional conduct standards. Commitment to Patient Experience Recognise and demonstrate an understanding of the different journey a patient will experience depending on their treatment needs and the service being provided to them Provide clear, professional communication to patients about their treatment. Adapt care