Dental Nurse Maternity Cover

The Limes and Appleby NHS; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Dental Nurse for maternity cover. The role involves providing chairside support to dental professionals, maintaining infection control, and assisting with reception duties. Applicants must have a GDC-registered qualification and excellent communication skills. This is a fixed-term contract with a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Must be GDC-registered with a Dental Nurse qualification.
• Knowledge of dental procedures and infection control is essential.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support to dentists and therapists.
• Prepare instruments for dental procedures.
• Maintain infection control standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

GDC-registered Dental Nurse qualification

Tools

Practice software (Dentally, iComply)

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Dental Nurse (Maternity Cover) Reports to: Practice Manager / Principal Dentist Contract Type: Fixed-term (Maternity Cover) Hours: [8-9 hours per day]

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support to dentists, hygienists, and therapists.
• Prepare instruments, materials, and equipment for dental procedures.
• Maintain infection control standards and adhere to HTM 01-05 guidance.
• Support and reassure patients throughout their treatment.
• Keep accurate clinical records as directed by the clinician.
• Take and process digital X-rays as required.
• Ensure surgery is clean, well-stocked, and fully prepared.
• Assist with reception duties when needed, including booking appointments and processing payments.
• Participate in team meetings, CPD, and training to maintain knowledge and compliance with GDC and CQC standards.

Essential Requirements

• GDC-registered Dental Nurse qualification.
• Knowledge of dental procedures and cross-infection control.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy clinical environment.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Familiarity with practice software (such as Dentally and iComply).
• Additional qualifications such as radiography, sedation, or implant nursing.

Contract Details

• Start Date: [TBC
• Duration: Fixed-term maternity cover until return of post-holder.
• Salary: Competitive