Location: Worthing, West Sussex, BN11
Salary: £14 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Whether you are just starting to explore a career in dental nursing or are already preparing to begin your training, we would be delighted to hear from you. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Dental Nurse on a full time basis to join our friendly private dental practice in Worthing. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while working alongside an experienced and supportive clinical team.
About the Practice:
We are a modern, well-established private dental practice providing high-quality patient care in a welcoming and professional environment. Our team offers a broad range of treatments including general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, orthodontics, restorative dentistry and dental hygiene, providing excellent exposure across multiple areas of dentistry.
Operates Monday to Friday
Your Day-to-Day Role:
As a Trainee Dental Nurse, you'll play an important part in supporting our clinicians during a wide range of dental treatments, while building the hands-on skills and confidence needed for a long-term career in dental nursing.
In this role, you will:
Assist the dentist during patient treatments and procedures
Prepare and set up clinical rooms before appointments
Ensure all instruments are properly cleaned, sterilised and ready for use
Follow strict infection control and health & safety guidelines at all times
Support and reassure patients throughout their visit
Accurately update and maintain patient records
Work collaboratively with the wider dental team
Take part in ongoing training and development as you progressWhat We're Looking For:
The successful candidate will be:
Eligible to work in the UK
In possession of a National Insurance number
Enrolled on, or intending to enrol on, a GDC-approved Dental Nursing qualification
Vaccinated against Hepatitis B or willing to begin the vaccination programme (first dose required)
Friendly, professional and reliable
Organised with good communication skills
Comfortable using basic computer systems
Eager to build a long-term career in dentistryWhat We Offer:
Support throughout your Dental Nursing training
Ongoing mentoring and professional development
Hands-on experience across a wide range of dental treatments
A supportive and experienced clinical team
A modern, well-equipped practice using advanced digital technology
Excellent long-term career development opportunities within dentistryLocation:
The practice is easily accessible by both public transport and car. Railway station is approximately a 10-minute walk away, with regular services across the South Coast and into London.
Apply Today:
If you are passionate about beginning a career in dentistry and would like to join a supportive, patient-focused practice, we would love to hear from you.
Applications must be submitted through this platform only. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial informal discussion before being invited to attend an 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
£14.00 - £14.00 per hour