Dental Nurse

Dental Nurse - Riverside Dental, Norwich

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Riverside Dental, Norwich for a qualified and experienced Dental Nurse to join our award-winning, fully private, patient-focused practice. Riverside Dental is recognised as a leading provider of adult orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry in the region, with an outstanding reputation for clinical excellence, patient care, and innovation. As a Diamond Invisalign provider, we pride ourselves on delivering a personalised, high-quality patient experience in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Our modern, fully digital practice is equipped with advanced technology, including multiple intra-oral scanners, allowing you to work efficiently while developing your skills alongside an experienced clinical team.

We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic, and patient-focused GDC registered Dental Nurse to join our friendly team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist private practice, supporting clinicians across a range of treatments with a particular focus on orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry. Whether you already have orthodontic experience or are looking to develop your skills in this area, you ll be supported by an experienced team committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

Enjoy a structured rota with a great work-life balance working 37.25 hours per week, across Monday to Friday on a rota basis.

• Monday: 7:45am-2:00pm or 1:45pm-8:15pm
• Tuesday: 8:45am-5:45pm
• Wednesday: 7:45am-4:00pm or 11:45am-8:15pm
• Thursday: 7:45am-4:00pm (with one late shift, 11:45am-8:15pm, per month)
• Friday: 8:45am-4:00pm
• Saturday: A minimum of 1 in 4 Saturdays, 7:45am-2:00pm

As a Dental Nurse at Riverside Dental, you ll play a key role in delivering an outstanding patient experience by supporting our clinicians and ensuring the smooth running of each appointment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing chairside assistance across a range of dental and orthodontic procedures, including Invisalign and fixed appliances
• Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms to the highest clinical standards
• Supporting clinicians with digital workflows, including intra-oral scanning and clinical photography
• Maintaining excellent cross-infection control and decontamination procedures
• Supporting patients throughout their treatment journey, helping them feel comfortable and informed
• Maintaining accurate clinical records
• Working collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver exceptional patient care

We re looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified, GDC registered Dental Nurse
• Has a positive, caring, and professional approach
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive team
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is organised with great attention to detail
• Is proactive, reliable, and committed to high standards of patient care
• Maintains up-to-date CPD and professional standards

Previous orthodontic nursing experience would be an advantage but is not essential, as full support will be provided for the right candidate.

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• A modern, fully digital private practice
• The opportunity to develop your skills within a leading orthodontic and cosmetic dental practice
• Exposure to advanced digital dentistry and specialist treatments
• A friendly, supportive, and experienced team
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• A central Norwich location with excellent transport links

At Riverside Dental, we re passionate about providing exceptional care while creating a workplace where our team can thrive. We believe in supporting one another, investing in professional development, and embracing modern dentistry through innovation and technology. If you re looking for a role where you can continue to grow your career while working alongside experienced clinicians in a friendly, forward-thinking practice, we d love to hear from you.

As part of our commitment to closing the Gender Pay Gap and ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, we do not request or consider salary history at any stage of our recruitment process. Our compensation decisions are based on the requirements of the role, relevant skills and experience, and our commitment to fair and equitable pay.

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