Dental Nurse

Dental Nurse Vacancy – Comber Dental Practice

If you are a patient-focused Dental Nurse or Trainee Dental Nurse looking for a rewarding role in a friendly and professional environment, look no further than Comber Dental Practice in Comber (Newtownards).

• 34 hours per week over 4 days (Friday)
• Opening hours of the practice are 8.00am-5.30pm Monday to Friday
• Pay rate from £13.05 per hour for a qualified nurse; national minimum wage for trainee nurse
• Free on street parking

Comber Dental are an established practice located in County Down, providing general and specialist dentistry for the last 35 years. New patients come to us because of recommendations from friends or family — and stay for years.

No previous dental experience is needed for a Trainee Dental Nurse. If you have a genuine interest in health and well‑being, are passionate about delivering great service, and want to learn, grow and develop, this could be a perfect fit.

Training is supported by our highly experienced team. Your course will be overseen by an external course provider and is fully funded by Portman Dentex.

We welcome applications if you have the following skills and qualifications:

• Valid certification or diploma in Dental Nursing
• Registration with the General Dental Council (GDC)
• A positive attitude, empathy, and the ability to communicate well with patients and colleagues
• Passionate about building great relationships with patients and colleagues, and providing exceptional standards of care.

At Portman Dentex, you’ll be part of an inclusive, collaborative team environment where taking ownership of your development journey is encouraged and supported.

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include:

• GDC, Indemnity and CPD costs covered
• Bonus scheme based on practice performance
• Access to our Dental Academy to support your career ambitions
• Additional special days off (such as your birthday), and the opportunity to purchase up to 3 additional annual leave days
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Life assurance and contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7, 365 days a year confidential helpline and counselling service, plus 24/7 GP service

To apply for our Dental Nurse vacancy, submit your latest CV or contact st to arrange an initial chat. Alternatively, feel free to share this opportunity with friends or colleagues who may be interested.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.