Dental Nurse | Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in London is seeking a Band 4 Dental Nurse to deliver high-quality care and support dental services. The ideal candidate will be passionate about patient care and possess strong dental nursing skills. This role offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team committed to high standards of service delivery. Applications are encouraged from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Qualifications

• Passion for delivering excellent patient care.
• Professional approach and ability to bring fresh ideas.
• Ability to support various clinical interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide General Dental Nursing skills supporting the clinician.
• Maintain efficient running of the Dental Service environment.
• Undertake clinical interventions and planning for care packages.
• Deliver high quality customer services to patients.

Skills

Dental Nursing skills

Customer service

Professional approach

Job description

Overview

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Band 4 Dental Nurse based at Langthorne Health Centre. We are seeking to appoint someone who is passionate about delivering a high-quality standard of care to all of our patients.

Our Dental Services are commissioned to provide Paediatric and Special Care Community Dental Services, which includes Oral Health outreach programmes and epidemiology. We’re a close team but we’re never exclusive; if you can bring a professional approach and fresh ideas we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Provide General Dental Nursing skills supporting the clinician in the delivery of Dental and Oral Health Care.
• Maintain the efficient running of the Dental Service environment, including clinical professional development and registration.
• Undertake clinical interventions utilising a variety of modes, including planning and leading group and individual therapy and issuing appropriate equipment as part of packages of prescribed care after achieving appropriate competencies.
• Deliver high quality customer services to patients and visitors.

Requirements and Preferences

We put patients first and we expect all of our colleagues to do the same, so although NHS experience isn’t a requirement for this role you’ll need to share our passion for delivering excellent patient care and keep that passion at the forefront of your professional activity at all times.

About the Role and Application

The job description and person specification provide full information about this role. Please review the main duties in the job description and the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet the role.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We believe diversity leads to better patient care and a happier workforce.

We ask for information about protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn’t visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure the scheme principles are applied.

The data we collect helps us ensure we attract a diverse applicant pool and support us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work.

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that suits us, our patients and you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won’t sacrifice personal or family commitments. We’ll support you to work flexibly in a way that suits us both.

Additional Information

Find out more about career pathways at KCHFT. As a community Trust, many roles require the ability to drive; you may be asked to confirm you have a full UK driving licence where driving is a requirement of the role. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team for support.

Application and Contacts

The information on the job description and person specification will help you demonstrate how you meet the criteria. If you need an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team. All information provided should be true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager’s contact details can be found in the job advert. Applications should be submitted promptly; a vacancy may close early if there is high interest.

Vaccination and Safety

We strongly encourage colleagues to be fully vaccinated to protect themselves, colleagues and patients.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Tuesday 30 Sep 2025.