Head Denatl Nurse

Location: Broxbourne

Salary: £17.50 - £19.25 dependent on experience

Hours: (40 hours) Monday - Friday

Contract: Permanent

The Role

• Lead, support, and motivate the dental nursing team.
• Ensure the highest standards of patient care and clinical excellence are maintained.
• Oversee compliance with GDC standards, CQC regulations, HTM guidance, infection prevention and control protocols, and company policies.
• Coordinate nurse rotas and ensure appropriate clinical cover.
• Support the recruitment, induction, mentoring, and ongoing development of Dental Nurses.
• Carry out regular clinical audits and maintain accurate compliance records.
• Work closely with the Practice Manager to identify opportunities for service improvement and operational efficiency.
• Support clinicians to ensure surgeries run efficiently and patients receive an exceptional experience.
• Lead by example by providing chairside support and maintaining excellent clinical standards.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional team culture.

About You

• GDC registration as a qualified Dental Nurse.
• A recognised Dental Nursing qualification.
• Significant experience working within a dental practice.
• Previous experience in a senior or leadership role, or the ambition and capability to step into one.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and people management skills.
• A sound understanding of CQC requirements, cross-infection control, safeguarding, and clinical governance.
• A proactive, organised, and positive approach to leadership and problem-solving.

Additional qualifications such as Radiography, Oral Health Education, Sedation, or mentoring are desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Staff referral schemes
• Industry leading Nurse banding structure
• Birthday leave
• Discounted dental treatment after 6 months service, extended to family after 12 months
• Fully funded DBS checksAccess to an Employee Assistance Programme, your mental well-being matters to us!
• CPD support and training with 24/7 access to the very best dental educators
• Support from our People Team, Finance and other support teams should you ever need itAuto enrolment into a pension after 3 months serviceCareer mobility and progression opportunities

  Join Our Team

  If you're an experienced Dental Nurse ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding patient care, we'd love to hear from you.

  We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

  The Company

  Together Dental is a growing group of practices led by forward thinking, caring dentists with a shared vision to provide outstanding dental care for both NHS and private patients.

  We value the trust that our patients have placed in us and work hard to protect that trust. Our team are passionate about working together to deliver the best possible care in a friendly and welcoming environment