Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 5BG
Salary: From £14.20 per hour
Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time
Opening Hours: 9:00am - 7:00pm
Looking for a Career in Dentistry?
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to gain practical experience within a busy private dental practice while working towards a recognised Dental Nursing qualification.
You will become part of a friendly and experienced team where learning, development, and patient care are valued. Whether you are just starting your dental nursing journey or are already enrolled on a training course, this role offers the chance to develop valuable clinical and professional skills in a supportive environment.
About the Practice:
Based in St Albans, our private dental practice provides a wide range of treatments designed to help patients achieve and maintain excellent oral health. We combine modern dentistry with a personalised approach, ensuring every patient receives attentive care and a positive experience.
Services offered include routine and preventative dentistry, cosmetic treatments, Invisalign, dental implants, orthodontics, veneers, crowns and bridges, teeth whitening, facial aesthetics, and hygiene therapy.
Our team is committed to delivering exceptional standards of care while maintaining a welcoming and professional atmosphere for both patients and staff.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Trainee Dental Nurse, you'll play an important role in supporting clinicians and ensuring patients receive outstanding care throughout their appointments.
Your duties will include:
Supporting patients before, during, and after treatment
Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation
Assisting dentists during a variety of treatments and procedures
Following infection prevention and health and safety procedures
Preparing treatment rooms before appointments
Helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice
Sterilising and maintaining dental instruments and equipmentAbout You:
We're looking for someone who is:
Reliable with excellent time management skills
Able to work effectively as part of a team
Passionate about developing a career in dentistry
Competent using basic IT systems
Friendly, approachable, and professional
Eligible to work in the UK
Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment
Confident communicating with patients and colleagues
Vaccinated against Hepatitis B, or willing to complete the required immunisation programme
Enrolled on, or intending to enrol on, an approved Dental Nursing courseWhat We Offer:
Structured support throughout your dental nursing training
Exposure to a broad range of private dental treatments
Opportunity to work alongside experienced dental professionals
Ongoing learning and professional development
Friendly and supportive team culture
Modern clinical environment
Long-term career progression opportunities within dentistry
Convenient location with excellent transport links and accessibility from surrounding Hertfordshire areasApply Today.
If you are motivated to build a rewarding career in dentistry and would like to gain valuable experience within a well-established private practice, we encourage you to apply.
Applications must be submitted through this platform only. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial conversation before being invited to interview.
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
Salary description
£14.20 - £14.20 per hour