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Qualified Dental Nurse - Excellent benefits

Bupa
Pay Estimated pay: £10.44-14.93 per hour

Location Cardiff
Contract time Full time, part time, permanent

The Breakroom Take

6.5

Rated 6.5 out of 10, based on 607 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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  • Pays all ages fairly
  • Recommended by students
  • Recommended by parents
  • Respectful managers
  • Proper breaks

About Bupa

Bupa is a private healthcare company.

Job description from Bupa

Qualified Dental Nurse/Receptionist- Bupa Dental Care Cardiff, Mermaid Keys

Full Time: 40 hours (Part Time Options Available)

Working Pattern:  Mon 2-8, Tues 9.30-6.30 Weds 9-7 Thurs 9-7 Fri 8-5

Competitive Salary

Great Opportunity to join an established team

Your GDC registration, DBS check and professional indemnity are all covered by Bupa Dental Care 
- A family feel, with the security and stability that comes with being part of Bupa
- Industry-leading benefits (read more on them below)

As a at Bupa, you’ll benefit from exceptional development and opportunities and an experienced practice team around you - all in an environment built to help you succeed and feel comfortable coming to work.

Qualified Dental Nurse skills and experience required for this role:

GDC Registered

Preferred Dentally experience

Ensure CQC requirements are met

Update patient records - digitally held

Set up decontamination of instruments

Provide clinical chair-side support to dentists

Undertake some reception duties

Willingness to provide exceptional patient care

Your development at Bupa Dental Care

We have introduced a career framework for  which links pay to skills, qualifications and progression.

Dental nurses are central to the success of our practices, and we want you to feel valued and well-rewarded for your vital work.  Our pay structure offers you clear career direction and professional development opportunities - should you wish to take them. If not, that's ok too, we know how challenging and rewarding a career in dental nursing is, we recognise this and we take action to make life easier for you.

Your salary and benefits:

We make life better for millions. That includes yours. Here are just some of the benefits on offer when you join Bupa Dental Care: 

Competitive pay rates which increase as you gain more experience.

Access to MyHealthcare which gives you quick, easy access to free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support – all available from one phone number. You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.

My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your financial wellbeing.

Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK. This benefit includes access to online digital fitness providers too.

Our mental health approach brings together a wide range of support such as our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and access to Personal Energy - Bupa’s own wellbeing programme.

Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.

Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual Flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.

Wagestream – Access your income before payday, if and when you need it.

You're supported from day one to learn, develop and encouraged to progress. We’ve established dental nurse career pathways leading to senior roles, free specialist training and offer free CPD.

We cover your GDC registration, your DBS and professional indemnity - we'll save you hundreds of pounds so you can concentrate on delivering great patient care and building your dental career with us.

And many more, just ask.

So why wait? Apply now to be part of a brilliant team.

To find out more about working with us, find us on  and 

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.  

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer

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What employees say

Pay

    Good
  • Most people are paid a living wage

    Do Bupa pay dental nurses enough to live on?

    Most people are paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    75% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Okay
  • Only some people are paid market rates

    Do Bupa pay dental nurses market rates?

    Only some people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    38% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get paid breaks

    Do dental nurses at Bupa get paid breaks?

    No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    88% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get sick pay

    Do Bupa pay dental nurses sick pay?

    Sometimes. Only some people get proper sick pay.

    How we know this

    51% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and September 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.

    At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.

    This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.

  • Okay
  • Some people do unpaid extra work

    Do dental nurses at Bupa do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    53% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.

    Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.

Hours and flexibility

    Needs improving
  • Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts

    How much notice do dental nurses get of their shift pattern at Bupa?

    Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.

    How we know this

    • 56% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
    • 10% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
    • 10% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
    • 23% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.

    This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t worry about their hours

    Do dental nurses at Bupa worry about hours?

    Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    How we know this

    90% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.

    A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.

    This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get a choice of shifts

    Do dental nurses at Bupa get to choose the shifts they work?

    Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.

    How we know this

    48% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.

    Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to change shifts

    How easy is it for dental nurses at Bupa to change shifts?

    Some people find it hard to change shifts.

    How we know this

    59% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.

    Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.

  • Good
  • Easy to book holiday

    How easy is it for dental nurses to book a holiday at Bupa?

    Most people find it easy to book holiday.

    How we know this

    84% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.

    Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

  • Okay
  • Shifts can get changed at short notice

    Do Bupa managers change dental nurses shifts at short notice?

    Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.

    How we know this

    46% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.

    Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.

  • Okay
  • Some people find it hard to take sick leave

    How easy is it for dental nurses to take sick leave at Bupa?

    Some people find it hard to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    45% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

  • Good
  • Most students say it’s good

    Is dental nurses at Bupa job good for students?

    Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    How we know this

    83% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.

    Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2022 and May 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.

    Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.

  • Okay
  • Only some parents say it’s good

    Is working as dental nurses at Bupa good if you have caring responsibilities?

    Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.

    How we know this

    53% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.

    Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and September 2024.

    Why this matters

    Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people feel treated with respect

    Do dental nurses at Bupa feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    81% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.

  • Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do dental nurses at Bupa get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    77% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people are stressed

    Is it stressful for dental nurses to work at Bupa?

    Most people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    72% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Good
  • Most people enjoy their job

    Do dental nurses at Bupa enjoy their jobs?

    Most people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    69% of people report they enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and October 2024.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do dental nurses at Bupa recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    67% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Good
  • Most people get enough training

    Do dental nurses get enough training when they start at Bupa?

    Most people got enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get support to progress

    Are dental nurses given support to progress at Bupa?

    Only some people are given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 46% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.

    Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and September 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.

    This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening

    Do dental nurses think Bupa head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    84% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Okay
  • Only some people feel well informed by head office

    Do dental nurses feel well informed about how Bupa is doing?

    Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    37% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

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    Worst thing

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    The team I work with and the residents.

    Worst thing

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