Saskia Wakely
Poole,Dorset
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Dental Nurse with full GDC registration and additional qualifications in dental radiography. Trusted as the practice's Infection Control and Maintenance Lead, ensuring strict compliance with HTM 01-05, CQC standards, and manufacturer servicing schedules. Proven ability to manage cross-infection protocols, conduct internal audits, and coordinate routine equipment maintenance and repairs. Combines strong clinical skills with a proactive, organised approach to practice safety and hygiene. Known for professionalism as well as being a friendly face for all team members, attention to detail, and a calm, supportive presence within the team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Dental Nurse
Black Swan Dental spa
Crewkerne, Somerset
01.2023 - Current
- Infection control lead
- Maintenance lead
- Radiography qualified (BDA Certified)
- Intraoral Scanning (iTero, TRIOS)
- Surgical Nursing – Implants & Periodontal Procedures
- Chairside Assistance in General, Cosmetic & Specialist Dentistry
- Infection Control & Decontamination Procedures (HTM 01-05 compliant)
- Medical Emergencies & CPR Trained
- Patient Management & Communication
- Dental Software (SOE Exact, R4)
- Reception duties.
Dental Nurse
MyDentist
Weymouth, Dorset
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Chairside assistance in general dentistry procedures
- Infection prevention and cross-infection control
- Sterilisation and decontamination protocols
- Patient care and reassurance
- Dental charting and note taking
- Stock control and surgery preparation
- Reception duties and appointment scheduling
Cash office
Morrison's
Bridport , Dorset
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Cash handling and reconciliation
- Till operation and customer transactions
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Handling customer queries and complaints
- Working under pressure
- Time management and organisation
Education
GCSEs - English language
Colfox Academy
Bridport 09/2014 - 07/2018
GCSEs - Science
Colfox academy
Bridport, DorsetGCSEs - English literature
Colfox Academy
Bridport NVQ Level 1 - Art and Design
Yeovil College
Yeovil 2019 - 2020
GCSEs - Food preparation and nutrition
Colfox Academy
BridportDiploma of Higher Education - Dental nursing
NEBDN
WeymouthSkills
- Infection Control Lead – overseeing compliance with HTM 01-05 and CQC standards, training staff, and managing cross-infection protocols
- Fire Marshal
- First Aider
- Qualified in Dental Radiography (BDA) – competent in taking and processing dental radiographs in line with IRMER regulations
- Intraoral Scanner Trained – proficient in digital impression taking for restorative and orthodontic treatments (Trios and Itero)
- Reception and Administrative Experience – skilled in patient coordination, appointment scheduling, and use of dental software (SOE/Exact, R4)
- Team Leadership – supports the Head Nurse in managing the nursing team, mentoring trainees, and maintaining smooth clinical operations
- Clinical Auditing – regularly conducts infection control, radiography, and decontamination audits to ensure ongoing compliance
- Equipment Maintenance & Servicing Coordination – responsible for arranging annual servicing, equipment checks, and liaising with suppliers/engineers
- Excellent Communication Skills – confident in engaging with patients, and team members
- Strong Organisational Abilities – able to balance clinical, administrative, and leadership responsibilities efficiently
- Working well within a team and independently
- Work well under pressure
- Excellent time management
Timeline
Dental Nurse
Black Swan Dental spa
01.2023 - Current
Dental Nurse
MyDentist
05.2021 - 01.2023
Cash office
Morrison's
03.2020 - 05.2021
GCSEs - English language
Colfox Academy
09/2014 - 07/2018
GCSEs - Science
Colfox academy
GCSEs - English literature
Colfox Academy
NVQ Level 1 - Art and Design
Yeovil College
2019 - 2020
GCSEs - Food preparation and nutrition
Colfox Academy
Diploma of Higher Education - Dental nursing
NEBDN
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