Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Dental Nurse - HMP Berwyn

The closing date is 06 April 2026

Job summary

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MOTNHS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

We are looking for a talented and organised Dental Nurse. The successful candidate will have proven clinical and leadership competencies, excellent organisational skills and an ability to problem solve multiple issues within a fast-paced custodial context.

You must have a Certificate in Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ and National Registration.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work mainly in HMP Berwyn but may be required to travel within the North Wales Community Dental Service locality, for example clinics, hospitals, schools, domiciliary visits, mobile dental units and to carry out treatment at other sites, for example, nursing homes.

To support the work of the dental team by providing dental nursing skills

Working in accordance with the aims and objectives of the Dental Service Specification for HMP Berwyn while on site and the service requirements, policies and procedures of the CDS while on CDS premises.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,898 to £30,615 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-HMP-ACS002-0326

Job locations

HMP Berwyn

139 Bridge Road, Wrexham Industrial Estate

Wrexham

LL13 9QE


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to the successful receipt of a DBS and prison vetting clearances.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Please note that any offer of employment will be subject to the successful receipt of a DBS and prison vetting clearances.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Certificate in Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
  • Proven maintenance of post-basic training
  • National Registration

Experience

Essential

  • Recent or current dental surgery experience in NHS GDS/PDS practice
  • Assisting in routine dental treatment of adults

Desirable

  • Experience with child and adult special care patients (including the elderly)
  • Stock control and ordering
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Certificate in Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
  • Proven maintenance of post-basic training
  • National Registration

Experience

Essential

  • Recent or current dental surgery experience in NHS GDS/PDS practice
  • Assisting in routine dental treatment of adults

Desirable

  • Experience with child and adult special care patients (including the elderly)
  • Stock control and ordering

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

HMP Berwyn

139 Bridge Road, Wrexham Industrial Estate

Wrexham

LL13 9QE


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

HMP Berwyn

139 Bridge Road, Wrexham Industrial Estate

Wrexham

LL13 9QE


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Dental Nurse

Emma Green

Emma.Green2@wales.nhs.uk

01978523453

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,898 to £30,615 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-HMP-ACS002-0326

Job locations

HMP Berwyn

139 Bridge Road, Wrexham Industrial Estate

Wrexham

LL13 9QE


Supporting documents

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