Entry Level Dental Nurse

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a newly qualified Dental Nurse passionate about dentistry within a community-focused service. This role offers chairside assistance and the chance to work with an experienced team dedicated to mentorship and professional growth. You'll be instrumental in delivering high-quality dental care, especially to medically complex groups, while enjoying flexible working arrangements and numerous development opportunities. Join a forward-thinking organization that values respect, empathy, and sustainability, making a real impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Increased mileage rates

Health and wellbeing support packages

Development and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified and registered dental nurse.
• Commitment to professional development and high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance to clinicians.
• Preparing the dental surgery for clinical sessions.
• Delivering high-quality dental care to complex patient groups.

Skills

Clinical Care

Patient Management

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Dental Nurse Qualification

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified Dental Nurse with a passion for dentistry.

This is a new role within the Community Dental Service, providing chairside assistance to all levels of clinicians. You will be part of an experienced team that offers support and mentorship to help you develop and grow within the role.

The candidate must maintain high standards of clinical care, be committed to professional development, and be a qualified and registered dental nurse. Opportunities for training and development will be provided to support your duties.

Some travel across the district is required to undertake the specified duties, so the ability to travel as needed is essential.

Important Dates

• Closing date: 11th May 2025
• Shortlisting: w/c 12th May 2025
• Interview: 29th May 2025

Role Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• Providing chairside and clerical assistance to clinicians
• Preparing the dental surgery for clinical sessions

Patient Management

• Providing high-quality, safe dental care to medically complex and hard-to-reach groups

This role is suitable for a newly qualified dental nurse or one looking to start a career in community dental services.

Core Values

Our work is underpinned by:

• We Care: Acting with respect and empathy, valuing differences
• We Listen: Understanding and responding to individual needs
• We Deliver: Developing and providing excellent services

Benefits

We offer flexible working arrangements, including:

• Increased mileage rates for > 3500 miles
• Health and wellbeing support packages
• Development and learning opportunities
• And many more benefits

We support the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are committed to environmental and social sustainability through our Green Plan, encouraging staff participation in sustainable practices.

The Trust reserves the right to close the position early if many applications are received.

Contact Details

For more information or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Amanda May, Senior Dental Nurse Team Leader
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

• Name: Nichola Bell, Senior Dental Nurse Team Leader
• Phone: [phone]