Dental Nurse

NHS; Truro; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

A community interest dental enterprise in Truro is seeking a Dental Nurse for a 9-month fixed-term maternity cover role. The ideal candidate will support primary care dentistry and assist in the education of dental students. Responsibilities include providing chairside assistance and ensuring compliance with clinical protocols. Applicants must be registered with the General Dental Council and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. This part-time position offers a salary ranging from £28,802 to £32,260 per annum, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Dental Nurse registered with the General Dental Council.
• Evidence of work in a dental environment is essential.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support primary care dentistry on undergraduate student clinics.
• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures.
• Ensure policy compliance during clinical activities.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Effective communication skills

Computer literacy

Education

Registered Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council

Additional dental qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Dental Nurse to join our team on a 9 month, Fixed term maternity cover basis, based in Truro.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Dental Nurse who is interested in working in our state-of-the-art dental education facilities supporting the education of students who are studying to become a Dentist or Hygiene Therapist.

Main duties of the job

• Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care
• Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics

• Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients
• Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes
• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures

About us

Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) are an award-winning Social Enterprise and Community Interest Company. We provide NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall and we work closely with the University of Plymouths Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of its dental healthcare students.

As a social enterprise, we are a values driven organisation with a focus on patient-centred care and addressing local oral health needs.

Details Date posted

15 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28,802 to £32,260 a year Pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

P0007-26-0001

Job locations

Peninsula Dental School

Treliske

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 3HD

Job description

The role holder will support the provision of primary care dentistry on our undergraduate student clinics as well as providing chairside assistance to our general dental practitioners.

Key accountabilities

Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care

Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics

Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients

Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes

Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures

Measures of success

Successful outcomes to items listed in role summary and other delegated tasks

Successful delivery of key priorities and objectives agreed with manager and as part of the performance development review

Positive customer feedback

Meets deadlines

Manages competing demands

Knowledge, Education and Training

Dental Nurse, registered with the General Dental Council

Additional dental qualifications are desirable but not essential

Excellent numeracy and literacy skills

Computer literacy, including competence with Microsoft Office and R4. Full training will be given

Experience

Evidence of work in a dental environment

Skills

Ability to work as an individual within a team environment

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Understanding of how internal processes can impact on organisational performance

Able to prioritise and move between tasks to meet deadlines

Able to travel independently within the Peninsula

Behaviours

Demonstrates self-leadership

Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment at all times

Demonstrates commitment and support to PDSE, to PDSE managers and to colleagues

Uses initiative to start and complete tasks without direct supervision

Takes ownership of tasks

Uses own expertise and uses it to develop others

Supports others to achieve goals

Forms good working relationships with colleagues to achieve successful outcomes

Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing demands

Uses full range of knowledge of dental procedures, including any specialist knowledge, to support patient care

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Evidence of work in a dental environment

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC

Address

Peninsula Dental School

Treliske

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 3HD

Employer's website

https://peninsuladental.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)