Trainee Dental Nurse (Entry-Level / Training Provided)

Job Title: Trainee Dental Nurse

Location: Highgate N6 4ER

Salary: From 13.00 per hour, dependent on experience

Job Type: Part-time, Permanent

About Us:

We are a long-established dental practice with over 50 years of experience providing high-quality dental care to the local community. We deliver comprehensive NHS dental services alongside private treatments, working in a modern, fully refurbished environment.

Our practice is well known for supporting nervous patients and delivering patient-centred care. We have invested significantly in digital X-ray technology, modern clinical software, and a dedicated decontamination room that fully complies with CQC standards.

We have a highly experienced, supportive, and long-standing team with a proven track record of training Trainee Dental Nurses. Previous trainees have successfully completed their NEBDN qualification first time, supported through structured in-practice training and mentoring.

Position Details:

• Job Title: Trainee Dental Nurse / Dental Nurse Assistant
• Position Type: Part-time, Permanent
• Number of Positions: 1
• Location: Highgate, North London, N6 4ER
• Practices: Two practices within 200 yards of each other
  • One NHS/Mixed practice
  • One fully private practice

Salary / Pay:

• From 13.00 per hour, dependent on experience
• Paid hourly, with scope for increases as training and responsibilities develop

Prospecting Working Hours:

• Wednesdays: 8.00am - 5.30pm and Thursdays: 8.30am - 5.00pm
• Total: 16 hours per week, Opportunity to increase days and hours in the future

Role Overview:

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to start and build a long-term career in dentistry. Full support will be provided with the GDC-approved Dental Nurse training course, with practical experience gained across both NHS and private clinical settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Chairside assisting dentists during a range of dental procedures
• Preparing, cleaning, and sterilising dental instruments and treatment rooms
• Supporting patients to feel comfortable and reassured, particularly nervous patients
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and patient notes
• Following infection control, cross-contamination, and health and safety procedures

Skills and Personal Qualities:

• Strong interest in becoming a qualified Dental Nurse
• Willingness to enrol on a NEBDN GDC-approved Dental Nurse training course
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and punctual
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive approach with good initiative

Training & Career Progression:

We are committed to supporting long-term career development. This role offers clear progression opportunities, including:

• Qualified Dental Nurse (NEBDN)
• Front of House / Patient Care Coordinator
• Head Dental Nurse
• Compliance Lead / Managing Compliance roles
• Practice Management support roles

Training, mentoring, and professional development are actively encouraged, and progression is based on performance, commitment, and interest.

Employment Benefits:

• Holiday entitlement
• Workplace pension
• Full training and NEBDN support
• Supportive and experienced clinical team
• Long-term career progression opportunities

Practice Opening Times Monday - Thursday: 8.00am - 5.30pm & Friday: 8.00am - 5.00pm

Getting to the Practice:

By Car:

One hour of free parking is available outside the practice. Resident parking bays are available on nearby roads, except between 10.00am and 12.00pm.

By Public Transport:

• Train: Less than a five-minute walk from Highgate station
• Bus: Routes 43, 134, 143, 234, and 263, with route 263 stopping directly opposite the practice

Apply here.

Applications must be submitted exclusively through this platform. Successful candidates will be contacted for an informal chat before scheduling an interview with the practice

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Trainee Dentist Assistant, Trainee Dental Assistant, Trainee Dental Nurse, will also be considered for this role.