South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Dental Nurse

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Job summary

This role is for 22.5 hours per week to work at clinics across South of Tyne and Wear and is for staff currently working for South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Trust.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Dental Nurse to work within our friendly and enthusiastic Community Dental Team.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated senior dental nurse to work as part of the Community Dental Service at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust to support the leadership of the dental nursing team. Our service provides a high standard of care and the best possible experience for our diverse group of patients. The post holder would be expected to travel to different clinical sites across South Tyneside, Sunderland and Gateshead.

The post holder will be responsible for the day to day line management of staff and clinics as well as to support the development of the dental nursing team to ensure the smooth running of the service. They will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills to work alongside other senior nurses within the dental nursing team. They must hold current registration with the GDC, a recognised post qualification and have evidence of leadership skills.

Main duties of the job

You will be joining a team of over 50 experienced dental professional, including dentists, nurses, therapists, oral health promoters and admin staff who work at clinics across Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead as well as delivering treatment on South Tyneside and Sunderland hospital sites.

You will be responsible for the day to day line management of dental nurses across all localities, ensuring that a high standard of clinical care is maintained at all times. You will also provide Senior Dental Nurse support throughout the dental care and treatment of adults and children with special needs.

You will be provided with a base clinic when appointed but will be expected to work flexibly across different clinics across South Tyneside, Sunderland and Gateshead.

Educational opportunities are available to develop skills and knowledge with an ongoing education and continuous professional development

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

26 October 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£28,407 to £34,581 a year (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9155-CMNM-1023-73

Job locations

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Responsible for work and clinic allocation to ensure the smooth facilitation of all dental clinics across South Tyneside, Gateshead and Sunderland.

To provide the day to day first line management to dental nurses and oversee the administration team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Responsible for work and clinic allocation to ensure the smooth facilitation of all dental clinics across South Tyneside, Gateshead and Sunderland.

To provide the day to day first line management to dental nurses and oversee the administration team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ level 3 in dental nursing
National Dental Nursing post qualification NVQ level 4
Registration with the General Dental Council

Experience

Essential

General dental nursing experience
Experience of managing and supervising staff

Desirable

Management/leadership qualification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Up to date knowledge in all areas of dental nursing
Up to date knowledge of prevention & control infection procedures
Able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Able to demonstrate analytical/judgemental skills
Flexible approach to day to day working
Reliable evidence of CPD and strong commitment to development of dental nursing

Desirable

Knowledge of Kodak R4 Computer system
Knowledge of special needs conditions and experience of assisting with challenging behaviours, children, medically compromised and phobic adults

Physical Skills

Essential

Able to meet the travel requirements to fulfil the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ level 3 in dental nursing
National Dental Nursing post qualification NVQ level 4
Registration with the General Dental Council

Experience

Essential

General dental nursing experience
Experience of managing and supervising staff

Desirable

Management/leadership qualification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Up to date knowledge in all areas of dental nursing
Up to date knowledge of prevention & control infection procedures
Able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Able to demonstrate analytical/judgemental skills
Flexible approach to day to day working
Reliable evidence of CPD and strong commitment to development of dental nursing

Desirable

Knowledge of Kodak R4 Computer system
Knowledge of special needs conditions and experience of assisting with challenging behaviours, children, medically compromised and phobic adults

Physical Skills

Essential

Able to meet the travel requirements to fulfil the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).