Dental Nurse (Band 4) – Flexible Hours & Training

Transformation Unit; England; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 4 Qualified Dental Nurse to join the OMFS team at Luton & Dunstable Hospital. The post offers full-time hours, a supportive development programme and flexible working opportunities discussed at interview.

We welcome applicants with NHS or private practice experience and a commitment to high standards of patient care. The role requires 37.5 hours per week with occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• NHS Band 4 role with a National Certificate in Dental Nursing.
• Impression and Sedation courses are desirable.
• Registered dental nurses from NHS or private practices are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clinical areas and instruments for surgical, orthodontic or restorative procedures.
• Assist Consultants and dental teams during procedures under local or general anaesthesia.
• Chair side assistance for orthodontic treatment and provide oral health education.
• Support Consultants in outpatient clinics and identify patient needs for smooth assessments.
• Triage and prioritise patients with special needs to ensure timely, compassionate care.

Skills

Post qualification experience

Minor oral surgery

Orthodontics experience

Education

National Certificate in Dental Nursing

Impression Course

Sedation Course

Job description

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 4 Qualified Dental Nurse to join the OMFS team at Luton & Dunstable Hospital. The post offers full-time hours, a supportive development programme and flexible working opportunities discussed at interview.

We welcome applicants with NHS or private practice experience and a commitment to high standards of patient care. The role requires 37.5 hours per week with occasional evenings and weekends.