Dental NurseinHuntingdoninHuntingdonPUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025
Opportunity to work with highly skilled NHS professionals, enhancing your expertise and experience in the dental field.
Flexible working hours, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Joining a Trust recognized as Outstanding by the CQC, providing a sense of pride and job security.
Access to further training and qualifications, supporting career progression within an experienced team.
Participation in innovative practices where new ideas are encouraged, promoting professional growth.
Excellent benefits package including pension, generous leave, sick pay, and support for additional qualifications.
The role provides an opportunity to impact the lives of vulnerable groups and assist in emergency situations, contributing to meaningful community service.
Join Our Outstanding Dental Team in Huntingdon!
Are you a qualified or newly qualified Dental Nurse looking to make a difference in a supportive and dynamic environment? At Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust, we invite you to be part of our exceptional team, where every day presents the opportunity to transform lives through compassionate dental care. With a focus on supporting vulnerable groups, including children and adults with additional needs, this role allows you to make a real impact—providing invaluable assistance alongside experienced dentists who are dedicated to excellence.
We understand that flexibility is important, especially for women and carers balancing multiple responsibilities. That’s why we offer part-time, flexible working hours, alongside a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a generous pension, sick pay, and opportunities for further qualifications. Join us in Huntingdon, where you’ll not only refine your skills but also be encouraged to bring your ideas to the table. If you’re patient, calm, and eager to contribute to high-quality care in a well-respected setting, we want to hear from you! Apply today and discover what it means to be part of a team rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC.
Opportunity to work with highly skilled NHS professionals, enhancing your expertise and experience in the dental field.
Flexible working hours, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Joining a Trust recognized as Outstanding by the CQC, providing a sense of pride and job security.
Access to further training and qualifications, supporting career progression within an experienced team.
Participation in innovative practices where new ideas are encouraged, promoting professional growth.
Excellent benefits package including pension, generous leave, sick pay, and support for additional qualifications.
The role provides an opportunity to impact the lives of vulnerable groups and assist in emergency situations, contributing to meaningful community service.
Job Summary
Are you a qualified or newly qualified Dental Nurse?
Looking for a challenging role, and to work with Dentists at the top of their game in the NHS?
In role where each day brings new opportunities to help patients either in an emergency, or from vulnerable groups?
And want the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and qualifications?
Then this is the role for you..............
You Will Be
Calm, patient, and caring keen to support vulnerable groups in obtaining dental treatment
Have experience of dealing with, or the aptitude to deal with challenging situations at times
Qualified and able to provide treatments in a professional manner
Able to work additional hours if offered
We Offer
Potential flexible working hours
The opportunity to with a Trust recognised as Outstanding by the CQC
Further training and progression within an extremely experienced team
The chance to be innovative and be part of a team where new ideas are encouraged
Excellent benefits inc Pension, generous leave, sick pay, and further qualifications
The role is based in Huntingdon, with free parking.
Main duties of the job
If appropriate, advise the patient/parent/carer on principals of oral hygiene as directed by the dental officer.
Follow medicine management procedures in line with Trust policy.
About Us
Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.
There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.
If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.
Date posted
28 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£26,530 to £29,114 a year per anum, pro-rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
448-AMB-7102589
Job locations
Dental Healthcare Huntington
Clinic 5, Treatment Centre, Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The duties of the Dental Nurse are designed to maintain clinical and professional standards within the practice by working productively within a team.
We offer comprehensive treatment for vulnerable groups subject to their meeting the service eligibility criteria which includes children with social, behavioural and emotional problems, adults with physical and learning disabilities or complex medical problems and disadvantaged groups such as those whose disabilities mean that they need to be seen in a domiciliary setting. This may involve the additional use of sedation or general anaesthesia when appropriate.
We also provide an Emergency Service, IV sedation and a Minor Oral Surgery service in some of our locations.
Some of these patients may exhibit challenging behaviour.
Dental HealthCare operates from several locations across Cambridge, Peterborough and Suffolk. On occasions the post holder may at times be expected to cover sickness/holiday at another location within a reasonable distance from your base.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
Nature of work:
Chair-side assistance for the dentist. Speed and accuracy will be required during all procedures with little or no margin for error. Preparation of filling / Impression materials, anticipating requirements of the clinician and patient. Observing and supporting the patient during treatment. You are there to always chaperone the dentist and be prepared to act as a witness.
Follow Trust/Local infection control procedures to ensure high standards of patient safety.
You must have a broad knowledge of health and safety issues is required e.g., COSHH, RIDDOR, sharps injuries.
Assist the dentist during the taking of x-rays, participate in quality assurance.
If appropriate, advise the patient/parent/carer on principals of oral hygiene as directed by the dental officer.
Follow medicine management procedures in line with Trust policy.
Planning and Organisation
Responsibility for the efficient and smooth day to day running of the surgery involving good dexterity skills and accuracy during procedures for the mixing of materials and the handling of fine instruments.
Use judgmental and analytical skills to anticipate the needs of clinicians and patients. Be prepared for any eventuality e.g., changes in planned treatment, medical emergencies, and act promptly to deal with these.Maintenance of stock levels, re-ordering as necessary
Have a good knowledge of all dental equipment, its uses and its basic maintenance e.g., chair and suction units, sterilizers, handpieces, etc.Have sound knowledge of the decontamination and sterilisation procedures in line with HTM
Provide administrative and nursing support when requested for organising and delivering epidemiology survey.
Carry out extended duties within your scope of practice.
Reception cover/administrative duti
Are you a qualified or newly qualified Dental Nurse?
Looking for a challenging role, and to work with Dentists at the top of their game in the NHS?
In role where each day brings new opportunities to help patients either in an emergency, or from vulnerable groups?
And want the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and qualifications?
Then this is the role for you..............
You Will Be
Calm, patient, and caring keen to support vulnerable groups in obtaining dental treatment
Have experience of dealing with, or the aptitude to deal with challenging situations at times
Qualified and able to provide treatments in a professional manner
Able to work additional hours if offered
We Offer
Potential flexible working hours
The opportunity to with a Trust recognised as Outstanding by the CQC
Further training and progression within an extremely experienced team
The chance to be innovative and be part of a team where new ideas are encouraged
Excellent benefits inc Pension, generous leave, sick pay, and further qualifications
The role is based in Huntingdon, with free parking.
Main duties of the job
- Chair-side assistance for the dentist. Speed and accuracy will be required during all procedures with little or no margin for error. Preparation of filling / Impression materials, anticipating requirements of the clinician and patient. Observing and supporting the patient during treatment. You are there to always chaperone the dentist and be prepared to act as a witness.
- Follow Trust/Local infection control procedures to ensure high standards of patient safety.
- You must have a broad knowledge of health and safety issues is required e.g., COSHH, RIDDOR, sharps injuries.
If appropriate, advise the patient/parent/carer on principals of oral hygiene as directed by the dental officer.
Follow medicine management procedures in line with Trust policy.
About Us
Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.
There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.
If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.
Date posted
28 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£26,530 to £29,114 a year per anum, pro-rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
448-AMB-7102589
Job locations
Dental Healthcare Huntington
Clinic 5, Treatment Centre, Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
The duties of the Dental Nurse are designed to maintain clinical and professional standards within the practice by working productively within a team.
We offer comprehensive treatment for vulnerable groups subject to their meeting the service eligibility criteria which includes children with social, behavioural and emotional problems, adults with physical and learning disabilities or complex medical problems and disadvantaged groups such as those whose disabilities mean that they need to be seen in a domiciliary setting. This may involve the additional use of sedation or general anaesthesia when appropriate.
We also provide an Emergency Service, IV sedation and a Minor Oral Surgery service in some of our locations.
Some of these patients may exhibit challenging behaviour.
Dental HealthCare operates from several locations across Cambridge, Peterborough and Suffolk. On occasions the post holder may at times be expected to cover sickness/holiday at another location within a reasonable distance from your base.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
Nature of work:
Chair-side assistance for the dentist. Speed and accuracy will be required during all procedures with little or no margin for error. Preparation of filling / Impression materials, anticipating requirements of the clinician and patient. Observing and supporting the patient during treatment. You are there to always chaperone the dentist and be prepared to act as a witness.
Follow Trust/Local infection control procedures to ensure high standards of patient safety.
You must have a broad knowledge of health and safety issues is required e.g., COSHH, RIDDOR, sharps injuries.
Assist the dentist during the taking of x-rays, participate in quality assurance.
If appropriate, advise the patient/parent/carer on principals of oral hygiene as directed by the dental officer.
Follow medicine management procedures in line with Trust policy.
Planning and Organisation
Responsibility for the efficient and smooth day to day running of the surgery involving good dexterity skills and accuracy during procedures for the mixing of materials and the handling of fine instruments.
Use judgmental and analytical skills to anticipate the needs of clinicians and patients. Be prepared for any eventuality e.g., changes in planned treatment, medical emergencies, and act promptly to deal with these.Maintenance of stock levels, re-ordering as necessary
Have a good knowledge of all dental equipment, its uses and its basic maintenance e.g., chair and suction units, sterilizers, handpieces, etc.Have sound knowledge of the decontamination and sterilisation procedures in line with HTM
Provide administrative and nursing support when requested for organising and delivering epidemiology survey.
Carry out extended duties within your scope of practice.
Reception cover/administrative duti
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To work as a Dental Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of technical skills, interpersonal skills, and specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically required:
Qualifications:
1. Dental Nursing Qualification: You usually need to complete a diploma or certificate in dental nursing, which is often offered by colleges and other training institutions.
2. Registration with the General Dental Council (GDC): After qualifying, you must register with the GDC, which is mandatory to practice as a dental nurse in the UK.
Key Skills:
1. Clinical Skills:
- Knowledge of dental procedures and terminology
- Ability to assist during dental examinations and treatments
- Proficiency in using dental instruments and equipment
2. Patient Care:
- Strong patient care skills to make patients feel comfortable and informed
- Empathy and patience, especially with anxious patients
3. Communication Skills:
- Good verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients and the dental team
- Ability to explain procedures and care instructions clearly
4. Organizational Skills:
- Strong organizational skills for managing patient records, appointments, and sterilization of instruments
- Time management skills to ensure the smooth running of the dental practice
5. Attention to Detail:
- Ability to follow precise instructions and protocols
- Careful attention to hygiene and safety standards
6. Teamwork:
- Ability to work well as part of a dental team, collaborating with dentists, hygienists, and other healthcare professionals
7. Technical Proficiency:
- Familiarity with dental software and technology
- Basic medical knowledge to assist in emergencies
8. Problem-Solving Skills:
- Ability to think quickly and handle unexpected situations or challenges that may arise during procedures
9. Continuous Professional Development:
- Commitment to continuing education to stay updated on dental practices, technologies, and regulations
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