Bank Dental Nurse - Out of Hours

NHS; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the NHS as a Dental Nurse in the Out of Hours team, providing essential care for patients with additional needs. This role involves supporting dentists during procedures, demonstrating compassion, and maintaining high-quality dental care. Enjoy perks like flexible working options, NHS pension, and generous leave while making a positive impact on patient lives in Bridgwater.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Primary Dental Care or Community Dental Service.
• Understanding of clinical governance.
• Good standard of the English language.

Responsibilities

• Support dentists during dental procedures.
• Take and process dental radiographs if qualified.
• Provide compassionate care to patients experiencing dental pain.

Skills

Communication skills

Compassion

Education

National Certificate of Dental Nurses or equivalent NVQ

Full registration with GDC

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Dental Nurse to join our Out of Hours team within the Primary Care Dental Service.

Our Primary Care Dental service delivers high-quality dental care to individuals with Additional Needs through our Special and Occasional Care services, as well as this urgent care during weekends

You will be supporting dentists in providing dental care for any patient accessing the Out of Hours service for dental pain, including patients who may show challenging behaviour. Your compassionate communication skills will be key in supporting and communicating with these patients when anxious or distressed, their carers and relatives. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to patients when they need care the most.

Main duties of the job

Based at out clinic in Bridgwater you'll enjoy working in a supportive and specialised environment.

Flexibility is essential, as you will be expected to work across various areas of dental care following appropriate training. If appropriately qualified, you will also be responsible for taking and processing dental radiographs, including OPTs, and maintaining the associated equipment

If you're committed to providing exceptional and compassionate dental care, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact to patients seeking urgent care and be part of a team that values your dedication and compassion.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job responsibilities

Please see our detailed job description for further information about this role.

In addition, our community dental video, link below, provides an overview of the service you will be part of.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4q62-Vf0osQ

We welcome informal discussions or visits prior to formal application and if you would like to explore this position further, contact Donna Chillingworth on 07585 101817 or [e-mail] / Erica Boulton on 07771 396042 or [e-mail].

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Full registration with GDC
• National Certificate of Dental Nurses or equivalent NVQ

Experience

• Significant Dental Nurse experience working within Primary Dental Care/Community Dental Service and/or General Dental Services.
• Understanding of clinical governance

Additional Criteria

• Able to demonstrate a good standard of the English language, with excellent communication skills.

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.