Job Summary
Seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Dental Nurse to join a friendly modern dental practice in Stroud, Gloucestershire. The successful candidate will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care, supporting the dental team, and ensuring smooth daily operations.
Full time ideally or part time job share option.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive professional with strong organisational and communication skills to lead and motivate our nursing team while maintaining exceptional standards of clinical practice. The position offers a rewarding environment focused on patient wellbeing and professional development.
Duties
- Provide comprehensive patient care before, during, and after dental procedures, ensuring comfort and reassurance.
- Assist dentists during various treatments, including preparing instruments and materials.
- Manage patient records accurately using IT systems, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
- Support infection control protocols, sterilising instruments and maintaining a clean clinical environment.
- Supervise and mentor junior nursing staff, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Coordinate appointment scheduling and optimise the daily timetable to enhance clinic efficiency.
- Communicate effectively with patients, explaining procedures and post-treatment care instructions clearly.
- Oversee stock levels of dental supplies and order as necessary to maintain operational continuity.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the practice.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Dental Nurse, with previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- Additional qualifications e.g. Radiography, Sedation are desirable but not mandatory (training will be offered)
- Strong patient care skills with a compassionate approach to patient wellbeing.
- Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
- Good communication skills in English, both written and verbal, to liaise effectively with patients and team members.
- Knowledge of IT systems relevant to dental practice management.
- recognised Nursing qualification or registration with the General Dental Council (GDC).
- Ability to work well under pressure whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous professional development.
This role provides an engaging environment where your expertise will directly contribute to delivering outstanding dental care while supporting the growth and development of the dental team.
Pay: £29,500.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
Work Location: In person