Job summary
We are looking for an experienced senior dental nurse to join our team on a full-time or part-time basis. This role involves the clinical and managerial lead of dental nurses, including recruitment, training and supervision and direct line management.
It is expected that clinical work will be integral to this management role.
Advance your career and expand your skills in a supportive and progressive environment. Come and join our amazing team in our state-of-the-art dental facility and truly make a difference to local people.
Main duties of the job
Model organisational values and high professional standards; work to GDC guidance and local policies (Health & Safety, Data Protection, confidentiality).
Use safe, evidence based practice; take responsibility for your actions and support team based patient care.
Manage the Dental Nurse team, dealing with any performance or disciplinary matters and ensuring appropriate workplace cover for all shifts.
Contribute to induction, mentoring and on the job training; maintain CPD and a professional appearance; be punctual and courteous.
Assist with audits, incident learning, and service improvement to enhance quality and safety.
About us
We are an innovative Dental
Social Enterprise that really wants to
make a different to people through the delivery of accessible NHS dental care. We are a purpose-led and values driven
organisation. Our mission is clear; we
are here to deliver ordinary dental care with extraordinary care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information, please see job description attached.
We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, even if the closing date is in the future.
Applications received may be reviewed before the closing date and should we receive a high number of applications for this post, or high-quality applications which demonstrate suitability, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information, please see job description attached.
We recommend that you apply as soon as possible, even if the closing date is in the future.
Applications received may be reviewed before the closing date and should we receive a high number of applications for this post, or high-quality applications which demonstrate suitability, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to motivate and lead a team
- Able to identify the development needs of others and self
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Experience of working in the salaried dental service, GDS, mobile services
- Experience of assisting with dental treatment under general anaesthesia and sedation
- Experience of domiciliary treatment
- Recruitment experience
- Management experience
Qualifications
Essential
- National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ in Oral Health Care Dental Nursing Award Level 3
- Certificate for the examination in the care of the service user by the awarding body, the National Examination Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) OR Certificate in Dental
- Radiography OR NEBDN Oral Health Certificate in Oral Health Education (or equivalent) OR Certificate in Extended duties Dental Nursing OR willing to work towards at least one of the above qualifications.
- Registered with the General Dental Council
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills both in person and on the telephone: able to deal with complex issues and difficult situations.
- Clear and accurate written skills
- Good organisation
- Ability to empathise and reassure
- Knowledge and competent use of Microsoft Office programmes
- Familiar with dental software computer package(s)
- Ability or organise and prioritise work
- Relates to all clients and staff, regardless of lifestyles and values
- Take responsibility for making appropriate safeguarding referrals via the Safeguarding Lead and provide guidance for others to do so
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities, equity, and the promotion of cultural competency
Desirable
- Leadership qualification or equivalent experience
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to motivate and lead a team
- Able to identify the development needs of others and self
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Experience of working in the salaried dental service, GDS, mobile services
- Experience of assisting with dental treatment under general anaesthesia and sedation
- Experience of domiciliary treatment
- Recruitment experience
- Management experience
Qualifications
Essential
- National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ in Oral Health Care Dental Nursing Award Level 3
- Certificate for the examination in the care of the service user by the awarding body, the National Examination Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) OR Certificate in Dental
- Radiography OR NEBDN Oral Health Certificate in Oral Health Education (or equivalent) OR Certificate in Extended duties Dental Nursing OR willing to work towards at least one of the above qualifications.
- Registered with the General Dental Council
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills both in person and on the telephone: able to deal with complex issues and difficult situations.
- Clear and accurate written skills
- Good organisation
- Ability to empathise and reassure
- Knowledge and competent use of Microsoft Office programmes
- Familiar with dental software computer package(s)
- Ability or organise and prioritise work
- Relates to all clients and staff, regardless of lifestyles and values
- Take responsibility for making appropriate safeguarding referrals via the Safeguarding Lead and provide guidance for others to do so
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities, equity, and the promotion of cultural competency
Desirable
- Leadership qualification or equivalent experience
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
