Dental Nurse

Lancashire; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Lancashire seeks a skilled Dental Nurse for their clinic in Preston. The role involves supporting the dental team, managing equipment, and assisting in patient care. Candidates must have experience and relevant certifications. This position provides an opportunity to contribute positively to community health while developing professionally.

Benefits

Attractive annual leave entitlement

Access to comprehensive employee benefits platform

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy dental practice required.
• Knowledge of SOE essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various dental treatments and procedures.
• Prepare equipment and materials for clinical use.
• Provide pre/post operative advice.

Skills

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Registration with the General Dental Council

National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ Level 3

Job description

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

The School of Medicine and Dentistry requires a Dental Nurse to join our recently extended campus-based clinic to provide dental nurse support for the whole dental team and support the day to day running of a busy clinic and teaching suite. The role involves assisting with a variety of dental treatments and procedures, providing pre/post operative advice, and preparing equipment and materials for clinical use.

About you:

The successful candidate will need substantive experience in a busy dental practice and knowledge of SOE. They will require good communication skills along with the ability to work under pressure.

For this role a registration with the General Dental Council and a National Certificate of the Examining Board for Dental Nurses or NVQ Level 3 are essential requirements.

Additional information:

The hours for this role are 36.25 hours per week, worked over 5 days between 08:45-17:00. We may also consider part time hours. This position is based in Preston.

Applicants need to meet all essential criteria on the person specification to be considered for interview. Informal discussions are welcomed – please contact Jane Pearson [e-mail]

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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