Lead Dental Nurse

Company: MBR Dental Recruitment
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Location: Salisbury
Job Description:

Lead Dental Nurse – Salisbury, Wiltshire – Full Time

MBR Dental are currently assisting a dental practice located in Salisbury, Wiltshire to recruit a Lead Dental Nurse to join their team on a permanent basis.

Position Details

  • Available to start as soon as possible.
  • Notice periods will be taken into consideration.
  • Full‑time opportunity – 40 hours per week.
  • Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.
  • Competitive hourly rate, negotiable depending on experience.
  • Mixed practice environment.

Benefits

  • Fully funded CPD, GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity fees.
  • Ongoing progression and career development opportunities.
  • Access to Practice Manager academies for those looking to progress further.
  • Competitive staff benefits package.
  • Uniform provided.

Role Responsibilities

The successful Lead Dental Nurse will be responsible for:

  • Chairside assistance and patient care.
  • Infection prevention and control procedures.
  • Instrument decontamination and surgery preparation.
  • Maintaining equipment and clinical standards.
  • Leading, mentoring and supporting a team of Dental Nurses.
  • Overseeing reception duties and staff rotas.
  • Ensuring CQC compliance and managing audits.
  • Stock control and ordering.
  • Supporting the Practice Manager with the smooth day‑to‑day running of the practice.
  • Providing occasional reception cover when required.

About the Practice

The practice provides a range of treatments including:

  • General Dentistry
  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Orthodontics

Candidate Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ Dental Nursing experience required.
  • Previous leadership or senior nursing experience preferred.
  • GDC registered.
  • Valid DBS certificate.
  • Dentally software experience preferred.

Please note; Visa / sponsorship is not available.

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026