Oral Health Nurse

Rodericks Dental; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental care provider is seeking an Oral Health Nurse in Sheffield. This role involves supporting chairside and delivering oral health education to patients across the Yorkshire region. You'll have opportunities for professional growth within a caring environment, contributing significantly to community health. Candidates should be qualified Dental Nurses with excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude toward professional development. The role offers competitive pay and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Extra holiday accrual

Supportive team environment

Uniform provided

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold oral health clinics in practices throughout the Yorkshire region.
• Deliver oral health education and promotion to patients.
• Assist dentists during clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support chairside and deliver targeted oral health education.
• Provide clinical preventative advice to targeted groups.
• Maintain accurate patient records and administrative tasks.

Skills

Qualified and GDC-registered Dental Nurse

Confident and professional communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Organisational skills

Comfortable working in community/public health settings

Caring, compassionate approach

Proactive attitude towards learning

Education

Further qualification in Oral Health

Job description

Job Type: Contract — Job Sector: Health, Medicine — Region: Yorkshire — Location: Sheffield — Salary: Competitive Salary — Posted: 08/12/2025 — Recruiter: Rodericks Dental

Role Description

As an Oral Health Nurse you will support chairside and deliver targeted oral health education, prevention and promotion to patients and communities across the Yorkshire region. This clinical role offers opportunities for professional fulfilment, community impact and personal growth within a caring, supportive environment.

Practice Highlights

• Modern, fully equipped surgeries with digital technology
• Supportive team of experienced clinicians and nurses
• Active involvement in community through targeted oral health initiatives
• Convenient parking / public transport links
• Warming, patient‑focused culture

Your Future with Rodericks Dental Partners

• ✅ A role that matters – play a key part in improving oral health outcomes for patients and communities across Yorkshire.
• ✅ A supportive team – collaborate with skilled colleagues who value your expertise and initiative.
• ✅ Professional growth – access training, development, and progression opportunities across our 220+ practices nationwide.
• ✅ Variety every day – from chairside support to community education, no two days are ever the same.
• ✅ Opportunities across the UK – grow your career wherever life takes you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Hold oral health clinics in practices throughout the Yorkshire region.
• Deliver oral health prevention, education and promotion to patients and members of the public.
• Provide clinical preventative advice and interventions to targeted groups (e.g. caregivers for older people, antenatal groups, early years settings).
• Provide integrated general and oral health advice and preventative treatments in line with treatment plans.
• Work with early years groups in general dental practice, including targeted brief interventions to meet individual needs.
• Assist dentists during a wide range of clinical procedures when required.
• Prepare and maintain dental instruments, equipment, and materials.
• Uphold high standards of infection control and surgery cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate patient records and manage administrative tasks.
• Contribute to creating a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for patients and the team.

Skills & Attributes We’re Looking For

• Qualified and GDC‑registered Dental Nurse.
• Further qualification in Oral Health, such as a 2‑year OHP Practitioner Course or completion of the Flexible Commissioning course through HEE (Max Course).
• Confident and professional communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse groups.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Comfortable working both chair‑side and in community/public health settings.
• A caring, compassionate approach towards patients and colleagues.
• A proactive attitude towards learning and professional development.

Hear From a Colleague

I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside a supportive and professional team, which has helped me grow both personally and professionally. I have enjoyed the patient interaction and the variety of treatment we assist with. I have seen patients become more confident and comfortable with their care. – Nilly, Qualified Dental Nurse

Our Culture and Values

• Exceptional patient care begins with professionals like you.
• When you’re valued, supported and empowered, it shows in your confidence, skills and smile.
• We offer professional development, true clinical freedom and a team that genuinely cares.
• Because here, your smile matters too.

What We Offer

• Extra holiday accrual in line with length of service (LOS).
• An additional personal day each year.
• Supportive team environment and structured onboarding.
• Opportunities for development and career progression.
• Uniform provided.
• Indemnity covered.
• GDC paid.
• DBS paid.

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