Dental Nurse

Dental Nurse & Reception Support | Smile Suffolk, Ipswich

We are looking for a GDC Qualified Dental Nurse to join our established and highly regarded fully private dental practice at Smile Suffolk in Ipswich.

This is a full-time role working 43.15 hours Monday to Friday and will include a combination of chairside dental nursing and reception responsibilities, supporting a seamless and professional patient journey throughout the practice.

Hours: Monday 8:45–17:17, Tuesday 8:00–17:15, Wednesday 8:45–17:45, Thursday 8:45–17:15 and Friday 8:45–16:45

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, forward-thinking team within a premium 5-surgery practice at the forefront of modern dentistry. We are proud to combine exceptional patient care with advanced technology and a strong focus on clinical excellence.

Our practice is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including CBCT, multiple intraoral scanners, lasers, and microscope technology, enabling us to deliver high-quality general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry.

You will be working alongside a highly experienced clinical team including oral surgery, implant and endodontic specialists, as well as hygienists, providing a great environment for learning, development, and professional growth.

The Role

This is a varied role combining clinical nursing support with front-of-house reception duties.

You will:

  • Provide chairside support across a range of treatments
  • Support patient care and comfort throughout their visit
  • Assist with infection control and decontamination procedures
  • Help maintain smooth clinical workflow throughout the practice
  • Support the reception team with patient enquiries, appointment management, and front desk duties 
  • Help deliver an exceptional patient experience from first contact through to completion of treatment

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work within a leading fully private practice
  • Supportive and experienced clinical team
  • Exposure to advanced dentistry including implants and cosmetic treatments
  • Modern, fully equipped surgeries with cutting-edge technology
  • Friendly, professional and supportive working environment
  • Convenient parking nearby
  • Competitive salary open to discussion based on your experience
  • GDC registration, indemnity, and CPD fully covered
  • Access to funded postgraduate courses
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Your birthday off, paid by us
  • Referral bonus scheme
  • Uniform provided

We are an ambitious and innovative practice, previously recognised as finalists in the Private Dentistry Awards, with a strong reputation for quality and patient care.

If you are a motivated Dental Nurse looking to develop your skills in a high-quality private setting, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Now

If you are interested in joining our team at Smile Suffolk, please click apply to find out more. We would love to hear from you.

Here at Envisage Dental we celebrate collaboration and transparency. We are proud to be an inclusive equal opportunity workplace. We have created a workforce that is reflective of our diverse patient and practice communities, that promotes positivity, and we believe this is critical to our success. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

As part of our commitment to closing the Gender Pay Gap and ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, we do not request or consider salary history at any stage of our recruitment process. Our compensation decisions are based on the requirements of the role, relevant skills and experience, and our commitment to fair and equitable pay.

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Dental Nurse

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom

IP4 5QP

£10 to £12.71 per hour GDC, Indemnity and CPD Funded
Permanent - Full-time
Posted 2 days ago
Closing date: 10/07/2026
Job reference: VT1805SUFEUKDN