Lead Dental Nurse – Summertown, Oxfordshire (Fixed Term Contract)

MBR Dental are currently supporting a well-established private dental practice in Summertown, Oxfordshire to recruit a Lead Dental Nurse on a 6-month fixed term contract.

The Role

• Full-time position: 42 hours per week
• Contract: 6 months (fixed term)
• Start date: ASAP 
• Private practice setting offering high-quality general and cosmetic dentistry

 Working Hours

• Monday: 8:45am – 5:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am – 7:45pm, Wednesday &Thursday: 8:45am – 5:45pm & Friday: 7:45am – 4:45pm

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly rate: Negotiable, depending on experience
• Fully funded CPD
• GDC registration, DBS check & professional indemnity fees covered
• Uniform provided
• Competitive staff benefits
• Strong opportunities for progression and development
• Access to Practice Manager academies for career advancement

About the Practice

The practice provides a range of treatments including:

• General dentistry
• Invisalign
• Implants
• Hygiene services

Dentally software experience is preferred but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

As Lead Dental Nurse, you will:

• Provide chairside support and patient care
• Lead, mentor, and support the nursing team
• Oversee reception duties and staff rotas
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and audit processes
• Manage infection control and instrument decontamination
• Maintain equipment, stock control, and surgery readiness
• Work closely with the Practice Manager to ensure smooth daily operations
• Provide occasional reception cover when required

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ Dental Nursing experience
• GDC registered
• Valid DBS check
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Confident in mentoring and supporting a team