Band 5 Specialist Maxillofacial and Orthodontic Nurse | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a dental nurse to provide specialised assistance to maxillofacial and orthodontic teams. The role includes responsibilities such as giving pre-operative advice, assisting in complex procedures, and managing clinics efficiently. Candidates must have a National Dental Nurse Certificate and be registered with the General Dental Council. This position offers 30 hours per week across three NHS sites, with a competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Generous benefits

Next-level training

Qualifications

• National Dental Nurse Certificate Qualification is required.
• Full registration with the General Dental Council is mandatory.
• Hospital training in both maxillofacial and orthodontics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-operative specialised advice to patients.
• Assist with various specialised procedures in the maxillofacial department.
• Travel between trust sites and outreach clinics regularly.

Skills

Specialised patient care

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

National Dental Nurse Certificate Qualification

Full registration with the General Dental Council

Hospital training in maxillofacial and orthodontics

Job description

Job Summary

Please note: This vacancy is NOT an RGN post, it is a GDC registered post.

The post holder will provide a caring, professional, and specialised assistance and support for the maxillofacial, orthodontic, restorative and prosthetic clinicians and postgraduate students.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pre‑ and post‑operative specialised advice to patients, including hygiene instructions.
• Assist in the smooth running of the department and provide professional care and specialised knowledge for patients of all ages, including children, adults, special‑needs, trauma and oncology patients.
• Assist Consultants, Registrars and Clinicians with a variety of specialised procedures such as emergency treatments, trauma, skin biopsies, oral surgery, restorative and reconstructive treatments; preparing specialised/expensive equipment and materials.
• Attend theatre sessions to gain knowledge and experience so they can apply a holistic approach for all patient needs when staffing levels allow.
• Act and work independently managing clinics effectively and efficiently, as a valued member of a multidisciplinary team within the trust guidelines.
• Travel between and work at other trust sites and outreach clinics on a regular basis (including short notice), using own transport or public transport.
• Assist Senior Nurses in the day‑to‑day operational running and organisation of a demanding maxillofacial department and rotate across the three Royal Free London NHS sites: Barnet, Chase Farm, and Edgware Hospitals.

Location & Working Hours

Rotating across 3 Royal Free London NHS sites: Barnet, Chase Farm, and Edgware Hospitals. Monday to Friday (30 hours, 4 days) with rolling day off, 08:30 am– 04:30 pm.

Qualifications

• National Dental Nurse Certificate Qualification.
• Full registration with the General Dental Council.
• Hospital training in both maxillofacial and orthodontics is preferred.

Contact

For a further discussion about this post, please contact:
Benny Kadete, Senior Maxillofacial Nurse at Chase Farm – 0208 216 5700 or [e-mail]
Julie Dunn, Senior Maxillofacial Specialist Nurse Manager – 0208 217 5700 or [e-mail]

About the Trust

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200 000 in A&E, deliver over 8 000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests. We offer flexible hours, generous benefits, and next‑level training to help you advance your career.

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Tuesday 11 Nov 2025.