Dental Nurse – Permanent | Aberdeen
We are recruiting for a Dental Nurse to join a busy, well‑established dental practice in Aberdeen. This is a permanent position offering stable working hours within a large, multi‑surgery environment.
This role would suit a GDC‑registered Dental Nurse with 1–3 years’ experience who is comfortable working in a fast‑paced practice and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.
About the Role
The Role
- Permanent Dental Nurse position
- ASAP start available
- Working within an 8‑surgery practice
- Mixed patient base including NHS, private, and plan patients
- Treating children and families
- Dental software: SOE / Exact
Working Hours
- Monday – Wednesday: 08:15 – 17:45
- Thursday: 08:45 – 19:15
- Friday: 08:15 – 13:15
Key Responsibilities
- Chairside assistance across routine dental procedures
- Preparing and maintaining surgeries before and after patients
- Ensuring high standards of infection control and decontamination
- Supporting clinicians to deliver safe and efficient patient care
- Maintaining accurate clinical records and confidentiality
- Providing a calm, professional, and patient‑focused experience
- Working collaboratively as part of a wider dental team
Experience & Requirements
- GDC registration required
- 1–3 years’ experience as a Dental Nurse
- Confident working in a busy practice environment
- Reliable, organised, and patient‑focused
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Salary
- £14.50 per hour
Compliance
- UK Right‑to‑Work required
- Standard DBS required
Interested?
Apply today to discuss this opportunity in confidence. A Tempdent consultant will guide you through the next steps.
Additional Information
Employer
Smile Dental Care Aberdeen is a large, established dental practice based in Aberdeen (AB10), operating from an 8‑surgery site. The practice provides care to a broad patient base, including NHS, private, and plan patients, and treats children and families alongside adult patients.
The practice runs a busy, structured clinic environment, using SOE / Exact dental software, and offers consistent working patterns across the week. This is a well‑organised, high‑volume setting suited to clinicians who are confident working as part of a wider team.