Lead Dental Nurse
CV-LibraryOxford, OxfordshirecontractPosted: 5 May 2026
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MBR Dental are currently supporting a well-established private dental practice in Summertown, Oxfordshire to recruit a Lead Dental Nurse on a 6-month fixed term contract.
The Role
* Full-time position: 42 hours per week
* Contract: 6 months (fixed term)
* Start date: ASAP
* Private practice setting offering high-quality general and cosmetic dentistry
Working Hours
* Monday: 8:45am – 5:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am – 7:45pm, Wednesday &Thursday: 8:45am – 5:45pm & Friday: 7:45am – 4:45pm
Pay & Benefits
* Hourly rate: Negotiable, depending on experience
* Fully funded CPD
* GDC registration, DBS check & professional indemnity fees covered
* Uniform provided
* Competitive staff benefits
* Strong opportunities for progression and development
* Access to Practice Manager academies for career advancement
About the Practice
The practice provides a range of treatments including:
* General dentistry
* Invisalign
* Implants
* Hygiene services
Dentally software experience is preferred but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
As Lead Dental Nurse, you will:
* Provide chairside support and patient care
* Lead, mentor, and support the nursing team
* Oversee reception duties and staff rotas
* Ensure compliance with CQC standards and audit processes
* Manage infection control and instrument decontamination
* Maintain equipment, stock control, and surgery readiness
* Work closely with the Practice Manager to ensure smooth daily operations
* Provide occasional reception cover when required
Requirements
* Minimum 2 years’ Dental Nursing experience
* GDC registered
* Valid DBS check
* Strong leadership and organisational skills
* Confident in mentoring and supporting a team
MBR Dental are currently supporting a well-established private dental practice in Summertown, Oxfordshire to recruit a Lead Dental Nurse on a 6-month fixed term contract.
The Role
* Full-time position: 42 hours per week
* Contract: 6 months (fixed term)
* Start date: ASAP
* Private practice setting offering high-quality general and cosmetic dentistry
Working Hours
* Monday: 8:45am – 5:45pm, Tuesday: 8:45am – 7:45pm, Wednesday &Thursday: 8:45am – 5:45pm & Friday: 7:45am – 4:45pm
Pay & Benefits
* Hourly rate: Negotiable, depending on experience
* Fully funded CPD
* GDC registration, DBS check & professional indemnity fees covered
* Uniform provided
* Competitive staff benefits
* Strong opportunities for progression and development
* Access to Practice Manager academies for career advancement
About the Practice
The practice provides a range of treatments including:
* General dentistry
* Invisalign
* Implants
* Hygiene services
Dentally software experience is preferred but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
As Lead Dental Nurse, you will:
* Provide chairside support and patient care
* Lead, mentor, and support the nursing team
* Oversee reception duties and staff rotas
* Ensure compliance with CQC standards and audit processes
* Manage infection control and instrument decontamination
* Maintain equipment, stock control, and surgery readiness
* Work closely with the Practice Manager to ensure smooth daily operations
* Provide occasional reception cover when required
Requirements
* Minimum 2 years’ Dental Nursing experience
* GDC registered
* Valid DBS check
* Strong leadership and organisational skills
* Confident in mentoring and supporting a team