Lead dental nurse

Are you a Lead Dental Nurse or Dental Nurse looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Are you ready to step into a leadership role in a friendly and modern setting? We’ve got a vacancy at our welcoming Meadowbank Dental Practice in Edinburgh.

• Full‑time hours available
• Typical shifts: 5 days Monday–Friday 8.15–5.45 (1 hour lunch)
• Competitive hourly rate from £15
• Parking available
• Meadowbank Dental Practice is an NHS/Private mixed 8‑surgery dental practice offering general, cosmetic and specialist dentistry including implants, Invisalign and minor oral surgery.
• Our practice is made up of friendly people who work well both individually and as part of a team.

You’ll lead a team of nurses to deliver the highest standards of patient care in a safe and compliant environment.

• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification and active GDC registration
• Previous experience in a similar lead or senior dental nurse role
• A caring and empathetic approach with strong communication and leadership skills
• A team player who thrives on supporting others and delivering excellent patient care
• Orthodontic experience is helpful but not essential; full training will be provided.

• Professional fees covered: GDC and indemnity (if eligible)
• Wellbeing support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering a confidential helpline and counselling services
• Health & lifestyle perks:
  Wellness hub with discounts on gym memberships, online GP appointments and lifestyle coaching
• Smart tech benefits:
  Access to Techscheme to spread the cost of the latest tech with convenient salary deductions
• Financial security:
  Contributory pension scheme

Portman Dentex is a leading dental group where your skills and ambitions make a real difference. We support over 370 practices across the UK and Ireland. We’re united by a passion for great dentistry putting patients first and helping each other grow both at work and beyond.

When you click apply, we just need your CV and contact details plus answers to a few quick questions. That’s it! You’ll hear back from us as soon as we can, whatever the outcome.

Click apply to take the next step in your Dental Nursing career.

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Additional Information

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing 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.

Remote Work Yes

Employment Type Full‑time

• EMR Systems
• Time Management
• Dentrix
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Infection Control Training
• Chairside Assisting
• OSHA
• Front Desk
• Medical Imaging
• Dental Assisting

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1