Dental Nurse

CWM TAF MORGANNWG UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a GDC registered Dental Nurse to join the Maxillofacial Department at Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil. The post is a fixed term/secondment for 6 months to cover long-term sickness, 37.5 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm.

The successful candidate will work across two District General Hospital sites, providing direct and indirect patient care, supporting clinicians, and helping maintain high standards of clinical environments.

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Nurse with current registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
• Certificate in Oral Health Education or willingness to undertake; ILS training is desirable
• Experience of Restorative Dentistry and Orthodontics
• Experience of Oral Surgery

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality dental nurse care across a broad range of specialties.
• Support clinicians during patient consultations and procedures.
• Ensure clinical environments are prepared and maintained to required standards.
• Deliver pre and post-treatment instructions to patients and relatives/carers.
• Support the Senior Dental Nurse in supervising learners and newly appointed dental nurses.

Skills

Effective communication

Prioritise work

Teamwork

Welsh language level 3+

Travel to CTM sites

Education

Registered Dental Nurse

Certificate in Oral Health Education

Evidence of CPD

Job description

Main area Maxillofacial Grade Band 4 Contract 6 months (fixed term/secondment for 6 months to cover long term sickness - from time of appointment) Hours 37.5 hours per week (Full time/Part time Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm) Job ref 110-ACS151-0826-A

Site Prince Charles Hospital Town Merthyr Tydfil Salary £28,819 - £31,626 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 11/11/2026 23:59

Job overview

This post is fixed term/secondment for 6 months from time of appointment to cover long term sickness.

Anyone wishing to apply for the post as a secondment must seek approval from their Line Manager before applying.

We are seeking a GDC Registered Dental Nurse to join our Maxillofacial Department

The successful candidate will be based within a busy Maxillofacial Service working across two District General Hospital sites. This role requires an adaptable and motivated individual who is committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting the clinical team in a fast-paced environment.

The post holder will undertake a range of assigned duties involving both direct and indirect patient care, working in accordance with agreed protocols, policies and procedures. They will support clinicians during patient consultations and procedures, ensure clinical environments are prepared and maintained to the required standards, and contribute to the efficient running of the service.

Main duties of the job

• Provide high quality dental nurse care across a broad range of specialities.
• Participate in delivery of evidence based care and to ensure consistency and continuity in the quality of care.
• To provide a safe, welcoming and compassionate environment for patients and relatives.
• Deliver pre and post treatment instructions to patients and relatives/carers.
• To support the Senior Dental Nurse in the supervision of learners and newly appointed dental nurses.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable .

Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn’t ‘fluency’, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you’re comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our ‘Croeso Candidate’ booklet below for more information.

Working for our organisation

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or

Person specification

Qualifications/Knowledge

• Registered Dental Nurse
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Certificate in Oral Health Education or willing to undertake. ILS

Experience

• Experience of working within the field of Restorative Dentistry and Orthodontics
• Experience of working within the fields of Oral Surgery

Skills

• Effective communication both verbal and written Ability to prioritise work efficiently Ability to work in a demanding environment and adapt to change in working practices to meet the needs of the service
• Ability to work within a team
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
• Enthusiastic. Good interpersonal skills Flexibility to meet service needs. Amenable to change as required. Ability to travel to all UHB sites

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.