Orthodontic Dental Nurse - Locum
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Dental / Dentistry
Dental Assistant, Dentistry / General Dentist
Orthodontic Dental Nurse
- Locum
- Shrewsbury
We are recruiting for an Orthodontic Dental Nurse to work a three-month locum placement in Shrewsbury, starting Thursday 3 September 2026. This is a two-day-per-week opportunity, working Thursdays and Fridays, offering consistent hours alongside the flexibility of locum work. You will be supporting a specialist orthodontic setting providing NHS and private orthodontic care using modern digital technology.
Please note:
We are unable to accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship. UK-based experience is essential for this role.
Working with Flourish Medical as an Orthodontic Dental Nurse offers you:
- Up to £18 per hour, equivalent to up to £17,316 per annum based on 18.5 scheduled hours per week
- Thursdays: 8.45am-7.30pm
- Fridays: 8.45am-4.30pm
- A three-month locum placement providing regular weekly work
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
- Support from a recruitment team focused on flexible opportunities and work-life balance
Required Skills & Experience for this Orthodontic Dental Nurse:
- Qualified Dental Nurse with current GDC registration
- Previous UK-based dental nursing experience
- Orthodontic dental nursing experience
- Good knowledge of infection prevention and cross-contamination procedures
- Confidence supporting orthodontic clinicians and patients
- Comfortable working within a modern digital orthodontic environment
Suitable for Dental Nurse, Orthodontic Nurse and/or Qualified Dental Nurse with orthodontic experience
As an Orthodontic Dental Nurse, your responsibilities may include:
- Assisting orthodontists during NHS and private orthodontic treatments
- Preparing surgeries, instruments and materials for clinical sessions
- Supporting patients throughout their orthodontic appointments
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and high infection control standards
- Assisting with orthodontic appliances, braces and related procedures
- Helping the clinical team maintain an efficient and organised patient journey
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