Compliance Lead

Overview

Compliance Lead – Smilemakers Cosmetic Dental Practice & Referral Centre, Bursledon, Southampton.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Compliance Lead to join our friendly and well-established team. This role is ideal for a Lead or Senior Dental Nurse who enjoys compliance and governance without direct people management responsibilities.

Smilemakers Cosmetic Dental Practice & Referral Centre is a high-quality, 11-surgery private practice and referral centre, delivering outstanding patient care in a modern, professional, and welcoming environment. We are known for our supportive culture, excellent facilities, and commitment to high clinical standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, forward-thinking individual with a strong understanding of compliance in a fast-paced clinical environment. You will work closely with the Practice Manager, providing regular updates and feedback, and taking ownership of assigned compliance-related responsibilities across the practice. Strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential in this busy mixed practice.

• Acting as the Practice Decontamination Lead
• Ensuring the overall practice compliance score consistently meets the required standard of 90% or above
• Overseeing CQC compliance and inspection readiness
• Completing and maintaining COSHH assessments and risk assessments
• Planning, carrying out, and documenting clinical and operational audits
• Reviewing, editing, and updating policies and procedures
• Tracking staff CPD and mandatory training, ensuring all records are accurate and up to date
• Conducting surgery and practice cleaning checks
• Maintaining emergency drugs and equipment
• Completing required fire safety checks
• Overseeing the maintenance of practice equipment
• Using the online compliance system DCME
• Supporting nursing duties when required, in line with practice needs

• Proven experience and strong understanding of compliance within a dental or clinical setting
• GDC Qualified
• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Comfortable working with online compliance systems (DCME experience preferred)
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a supportive team
• Excellent communication skills, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Highly organised, adaptable, and able to thrive in a busy practice environment
• Qualification in Dental Radiography (Desirable but not essential)

• Part-time, 3 days per week
• Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (8:15am – 5:30pm)

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Paid birthday off
• Staff Discount on Dental Treatments, free hygiene appointments twice a year, one free exam annually, discount off cosmetic treatments and 25% discount for your immediate family
• Free on-site parking
• Professional uniform provided
• Contributory pension scheme
• Regular team lunches, treats, and social events

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