Dental Nurse

Nhs Greater Glasgow And Clyde; Paisley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Study bursaries / learning opport.

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join the Public Dental Service at Royal Alexandra Hospital. You will provide chairside support within a multidisciplinary team and help deliver high‑quality care to children and adults with additional needs across clinics and community settings.

This permanent, full‑time role (36 hours/week) offers Band 4 pay (£31,537‑£34,303) and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• National Certificate recognised by the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses.
• Current General Dental Council registration as a Dental Nurse.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control standards in a dental environment.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and pursue development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality chairside support to dentists and the dental team.
• Deliver care to patients in clinics, schools, care homes and domiciliary visits.
• Assist with pre- and post-treatment patient care and reinforce clinician advice.
• Support oral health education and health promotion activities.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with appointment systems.
• Undertake decontamination duties and follow infection control procedures.
• Contribute to service improvement and wider Public Dental Service objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Infection prevention knowledge

Education

National Certificate recognised by the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses

GDC registration as Dental Nurse

Job description

Dental Nurse - Public Dental Service

Job reference: 262565

Salary: Band 4 (£31,537 - £34,303)

Job closing date: 15/11/2026

Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital

Employment type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 36

Employer (NHS Board): NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde

Department: Public Dental Service

The role

Are you a qualified Dental Nurse looking for an opportunity to make a real difference across a diverse range of patient groups? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a motivated and compassionate Dental Nurse to join our Public Dental Service. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team providing high-quality care to children, adults with additional needs and vulnerable patient groups across a variety of clinical and community settings. As part of one of the largest NHS organisations in the UK, you will be supported in your professional development while helping to improve oral health outcomes within local communities. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, expand your experience and contribute to delivering outstanding patient care.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Full-time and part-time, Permanent Positions
• You will be based in Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 08:30am - 16:30pm

Key responsibilities

• Provide high-quality chairside support to dentists, dental therapists and other members of the dental team during a range of clinical procedures
• Deliver care and support to patients attending clinics, schools, care homes and domiciliary visits
• Assist with pre-treatment and post-treatment patient care and reinforce clinical advice provided by clinicians
• Support the delivery of oral health education and health promotion activities
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to the effective management of appointment systems
• Undertake decontamination duties and adhere to infection prevention and control procedures
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and support the wider objectives of the Public Dental Service

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

• National Certificate recognised by the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses or an equivalent qualification
• Current registration with the General Dental Council as a Dental Nurse
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control standards within a dental environment
• Understanding of health and safety requirements relevant to clinical practice
• Experience supporting patients with a wide range of care needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to put patients at ease
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Compliance and Candidate Information

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.