Dental Nurse​/Receptionist

Dental Nurse / Receptionist – Bupa Dental Care, Bolton (Chorley Old Road)

Join Robyn Lawson, Practice Manager, and her friendly, professional team!

Location : Bupa Dental Care, 530 Chorley Old Road, Bolton, BL1 6AB

Are you passionate about patient care and looking to develop your career in a supportive, forward‑thinking environment? We’re seeking a dedicated Dental Nurse / Receptionist to join our thriving practice in Bolton. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a close‑knit team, working in a dual role that offers variety, growth, and a real sense of community.

• Monday : 8 : 45am – 4 : 45pm
• Tuesday : 8 : 45am – 5 : 45pm
• Wednesday : 8 : 45am – 4 : 15pm
• Thursday : 8 : 45am – 4 : 15pm
• Friday : 8 : 30am – 4 : 30pm

• GDC registration, indemnity, CPD, and uniform – all fully covered by Bupa
• A supportive, welcoming team led by Practice Manager Robyn Lawson
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development
• Modern, well‑equipped practice environment

Our practice is located on Chorley Old Road, one of Bolton’s most vibrant and accessible areas. You’ll find :

• Excellent transport links – easy access by bus and close to the town centre
• Local amenities – surrounded by coffee shops, bakeries, supermarkets, and independent retailers
• Green spaces – just a short walk from Queens Park, perfect for lunch breaks or after‑work relaxation
• Community feel – a friendly neighbourhood with a strong sense of local pride

• GDC‑registered Dental Nurse (or working towards registration)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confident working both chairside and on reception
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care
• Friendly, reliable, and a true team player

• GDC Registered
• Preferred Dentally 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

We have introduced a career framework for 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 you clear career direction and professional development opportunities – should you wish to take them. If not, that’s ok too, we know how challenging and rewarding a career in dental nursing is, we recognise this and we take action to make life easier for you.

We make life better for millions. That includes yours. Here are just some of the benefits on offer when you join Bupa Dental Care :

• Competitive pay rates which increase as you gain more experience.
• Access to My Healthcare which gives you quick, easy access to 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 My Healthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.
• My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your financial wellbeing.
• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK. This benefit includes access to online digital fitness providers too.
• Our mental health approach brings together a wide range of support such as our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental Health Line and access to Personal Energy – 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’re supported from day one to learn, develop and…