Hire Dental Nurses in the UK
Dental nurses support dentists in NHS and private practices and are registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
Registration & checks
Registered dental nurses must hold GDC registration; trainee roles are for people working towards it. Make clear in the advert whether you are hiring a qualified (registered) or trainee dental nurse.
Pay reference
Employer-set (private practice) or Agenda for Change in NHS trusts
Dental-nurse pay is usually set by the practice; NHS-employed roles follow Agenda for Change bands. Quote a real hourly rate or band.
Source: NHS Employers — Agenda for Change 2025/26 pay scales. Pay scales change — confirm the current figure before advertising.
What a strong advert states
- ✓State whether the role needs GDC registration (qualified) or is a trainee post.
- ✓Quote an hourly rate or band — do not leave pay blank.
- ✓Say whether it is NHS, private, or mixed, and the hours.
- ✓List radiography or other certificate requirements if relevant.
Where these roles sit
NHS and private dental practices, and hospital dental departments.
Questions
- Can I advertise a trainee dental-nurse role?
- Yes. Label it clearly as a trainee post (working towards GDC registration) so applicants understand the requirement, and state the pay and study support you offer.
Other roles
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