- Category
- Other
- Education
- No formal requirements
- Experience
- 1+ years
Dental Nurse (Care Homes) – Manchester
Newly qualified dental nurses welcome
£15 per hour | Permanent part‑time (self‑employed)
We are seeking a compassionate Dental Nurse to join our team. Newly qualified dental nurses are welcome. You will be providing high‑quality dental support services to patients in care homes across Manchester Area.
This role involves assisting the dentist with portable dental equipment and ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout treatment. You'll play an important role in bringing essential dental care to vulnerable and elderly patients who are unable to attend traditional dental practices.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the dentist in delivering dental care to residents in care homes
Prepare and maintain dental instruments, materials, and equipment for portable use
Ensure strict compliance with infection prevention and control standards
Set up, sterilise, and pack down portable dental equipment at each location
Support the dentist in recording clinical notes and treatment information
Ensure patient comfort, dignity, and safety during all visits
Manage stock levels of consumables and ensure all equipment is transported safely
Liaise professionally with care home managers and staff to coordinate appointments
Follow safeguarding, confidentiality, and data‑protection protocols
Maintain accurate records and contribute to post‑visit reporting
Additional Role Details
Pick up and drop off the portable dental kit in Bolton
Standard full‑day hours: 9am–5pm
Flexible working pattern — choose full days or half‑days
Morning half‑day: pick up the kit
Afternoon half‑day: drop off the kit
1‑hour break flexible during full‑day shifts, agreed with the dentist
1–3 days per week, permanent part‑time (self‑employed)
Requirements
Qualified Dental Nurse
Expereince in Dentally Preferable
GDC registration
CPD, immunisation, infection‑control training, enhanced dbs, indemnity
Full UK driving licence + access to a car
Compassionate, patient‑focused approach
Able to work independently and adapt to different environments
