Oban Dental Clinic is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Dental Nurse to join our friendly team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in dentistry. We will fully fund your Dental Nursing qualification and provide the training, support and hands-on experience you need to become a qualified Dental Nurse. You'll learn alongside our experienced clinical team while earning a salary from day one.
Hours
34 hours per week across four days:
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday: 8:45 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:45 am – 7:00 pm
About Oban Dental Clinic
Located within the grounds of Lorn and Islands Hospital and less than half a mile from Oban town centre, our modern practice offers:
Three fully equipped surgeries
Two dedicated decontamination rooms
Free parking
Excellent transport links
We provide a full range of NHS and private dental treatments, including cosmetic dentistry and dental implants, giving you the opportunity to gain experience across a wide variety of procedures.
What you'll be doing
Supporting dentists during patient treatment
Preparing surgeries before and after appointments
Cleaning and sterilising instruments
Maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control
Supporting patients throughout their visit
Updating patient records
Helping with the day-to-day running of the practice
What we're looking for
An enthusiastic individual with a genuine interest in dentistry
A willingness to learn and complete the Dental Nursing qualification
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A friendly, caring and professional approach
Someone who enjoys working as part of a team
Customer service or healthcare experience is desirable but not essential
What we offer
Dedicated mentoring and support throughout your training
GDC registration paid upon qualification
Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities
Exclusive High Street discounts
Discounted gym memberships
Employee wellbeing programme
Employee Assistance Programme
Holiday purchase scheme
Your birthday off every year
£250 Employee of the Month award
Refer-a-Friend scheme with rewards of up to £5,000
If you're ready to start a rewarding career in dentistry with a supportive team that will invest in your future, we'd love to hear from you.