Lead Dental Nurse

Company: Bupa UK
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Location: Yarm
Job Description:

Dental Nurse (Qualified & GDC Registered)

Location: Yarm

Contract: Fixed Term – 12 Months

Working Hours

  • Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:30pm
  • Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm

About the Role

We are looking for a qualified and GDC registered Dental Nurse to join our friendly and professional team in Yarm on a 12‑month fixed term basis. You will work in a modern environment with a strong team culture and deliver high‑quality patient care.

What We Offer

  • Your GDC registration, DBS check and professional indemnity will be fully covered by Bupa Dental Care.
  • A family‑feel environment where you are truly valued.
  • The security and stability of working for a well‑established healthcare provider.
  • Industry‑leading benefits, including:
    • Competitive pay.
    • Access to health and wellbeing support.
    • Professional development opportunities.
    • Discounts on dental treatments and lifestyle perks.

Qualified Dental Nurse skills and experience required for this role:

  • GDC Registered.
  • Preferred dental experience.
  • Ensure CQC requirements are met.
  • Update patient records – digitally held.
  • Set up decontamination of instruments.
  • Provide clinical chair‑side support to dentists.
  • Undertake some reception duties.
  • Willingness to provide exceptional patient care.

Your development at Bupa Dental Care

We have introduced a career framework for dental nurses which links pay to skills, qualifications and progression. Dental nurses are central to the success of our practices, and we want you to feel valued and well‑rewarded for your vital work. Our pay structure offers clear career direction and professional development opportunities – should you wish to take them.

Your Salary and Benefits

  • Competitive pay rates, which increase as you gain more experience.
  • Access to MyHealthcare – free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health‑related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy and mental health support – all available from one phone number. You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance redeemable against a range of Bupa products, approximately £350.
  • My Bupa Extras – discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support your financial wellbeing.
  • Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK, including online digital fitness providers.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and personal energy support – Bupa’s own wellbeing programme.
  • Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.
  • Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
  • Wagestream – access your income before payday, if and when you need it.
  • You are supported from day one to learn, develop and encouraged to progress. We’ve established dental nurse career pathways leading to senior roles, free specialist training and free CPD.
  • We cover your GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity – saving you hundreds of pounds so you can concentrate on delivering great patient care and building your dental career with us.
  • And many more – just ask.

Eligibility Statement

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer. Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will aim to offer an interview/assessment to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and to offer reasonable adjustments to anyone who may benefit from accommodations.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026