Primary Care Careers

Trainee Dental Nurse

The closing date is 23 September 2025

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Job summary

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in dentistry? Gooseberry Dental is excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team as a trainee dental nurse to work on a full-time basis. Hours are Monday to Thursday 8.15am - 5.30pm and Friday 8.15am to 4.30pm.

As a trainee, you will work alongside our experienced dental professionals, gaining valuable hands-on experience while studying towards your dental nursing qualification. This role is perfect for someone with a caring nature, excellent communication skills, and a strong desire to learn.

Main duties of the job

  • Assisting dentists and hygienists during clinical procedures
  • Preparing and maintaining the surgery and instruments
  • Supporting patients throughout their visit
  • Maintaining high standards of infection control and cleanliness
  • Undertaking training and coursework towards your dental nurse qualification

About us

Gooseberry Dental is a modern, patient-focused practice committed to delivering high-quality dental care in a professional and welcoming environment.

We offer:

  • Full support and training to gain your dental nurse qualification
  • A friendly and supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for career progression within the practice
  • Competitive trainee salary and benefits

Details

Date posted

03 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

28927

Job locations

62 Berners Street

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 3LU


Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • National diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Valid GDC registration.

Experience

Essential

  • A positive, proactive, and professional attitude
  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail
  • A willingness to learn and commitment to training
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • No previous dental experience required full training provided
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • National diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Valid GDC registration.

Experience

Essential

  • A positive, proactive, and professional attitude
  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail
  • A willingness to learn and commitment to training
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • No previous dental experience required full training provided

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

62 Berners Street

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 3LU


Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

62 Berners Street

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 3LU


Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Gooseberry Dental (formerly Ipswich Dental Care)

enquiries@eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk

0123456789

Details

Date posted

03 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

28927

Job locations

62 Berners Street

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 3LU


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