Sian Bashford
Burghfield, Reading ,UK
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 10 years expertise in record keeping, cleaning proficiency, cross-infection control, and task coordination assistance. Demonstrates exceptional punctuality and reliability, coupled with strong proactive listening skills. Proficient in dental software and adept at restocking and replenishing supplies. Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and efficiency in all tasks.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Dental nurse
Park Lane Orthodontics
Reading
05.2016 - Current
- Assist orthodontists and therapists in treatments involving fixed braces, Invisalign, and removable appliances and producing in house retainers.
- Assist with cosmetic dentistry procedures including composite build-ups, ICON, BioClear, whitening, and general fillings
- Assist in clinical procedures, including examinations, fillings, and extractions.
- Maintain accurate patient records and arrange appointments using online booking system.
- Establish sterilisation of dental instruments and uphold stringent infection control measures, promoting safe clinic environment.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on dental equipment and addressing faults and maintaining high quality equipment.
- Assist with photography and Itero scans for patient records and uploads, including uploading of Invisalign cases to streamline treatment processes.
Dental nurse
Gipsy Lane Advanced Dental Care
Reading
- Assisted with general dentistry, hygiene, implants and bone grafts, periodontist, endodontist and fabrication of crowns using CEREC technology.
- Conducted decontamination processes to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Managed reception duties, including patient scheduling and inquiries.
- Ordered supplies, reported faults and liaised with representatives and coordinated repairs for dental equipment.
Dental nurse
Pangbourne Dental Care
Reading
- Facilitated patient comfort with empathetic chair-side manner.
- Prepared treatment rooms prior to patients' arrival for streamlined operations.
- Implemented stringent infection control measures to maintain safe environment.
Dental nurse
Riverside Dental
Reading
- Performed range of general dentistry tasks to support patient care.
- Assisted in decontamination processes to maintain hygiene standards.
- Reception duties to manage front desk operations efficiently.
Team member
Crazy Play days
Reading
- Managed reception desk and bookings, ensuring seamless operations for children's parties.
- Maintained general cleanliness, contributing to safe environment for visitors.
- Oversaw stock management to guarantee availability of necessary supplies.
- Served food and drinks, enhancing overall customer experience at the centre.
Customer sales assistant
Disney Store
Reading
- Assisted with customer sales and stock management during peak season.
- Executed opening and closing procedures for the store.
- Maintained shop floor cleanliness for an inviting shopping environment.
Waitress assistant
Shinfeild Cafe
Reading
- Enhanced customer service by promptly taking orders and delivering food with friendly interactions.
- Served coffee, cakes, snacks, and sandwiches for on-site and takeaway customers and assisted in food preparation, ensuring prompt service during busy times.
- Maintained cleanliness standards throughout establishment to enhance customer experience.
- Managed stock levels effectively to ensure availability of all menu items.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by addressing queries and complaints promptly.
Education
Certificate in Dental Nursing - Dentistry
Bracknell college
Berkshire 05.2010 - 05.2011
GCSEs -
Prospect College
Reading 09.2002 - 09.2007
Skills
- Cleaning proficiency
- Cross-infection control
- Punctuality and reliability
- Task coordination assistance
- Dental software
- Proactive listening
- Restock and replenishing
Timeline
Dental nurse
Park Lane Orthodontics
05.2016 - Current
Certificate in Dental Nursing - Dentistry
Bracknell college
05.2010 - 05.2011
GCSEs -
Prospect College
09.2002 - 09.2007
Dental nurse
Gipsy Lane Advanced Dental Care
Dental nurse
Pangbourne Dental Care
Dental nurse
Riverside Dental
Team member
Crazy Play days
Customer sales assistant
Disney Store
Waitress assistant
Shinfeild Cafe
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