Registered Dental Nurse Link Grade Band 4-5

Transformation Unit; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Dental Nurse to join our outpatient OMFS team at John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. You will work closely with dentists and surgeons to deliver high-quality care to adults and children.

Key requirements include GDC registration and a Diploma in Dental Nursing. We support professional development and offer indemnity cover as part of your employment with the Trust.

Qualifications

• Registered on the GDC register for Dental Nurses.
• Certificate of Higher Education in Dental Nursing or City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in dental nursing (QCF) or equivalent training and experience.
• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
• Awareness of self-development needs.
• Awareness of wider issues relating to health care and education.
• Post registration course in Dental Radiography/ Oral health / Orthodontics and/or other specialist training

Responsibilities

• To assist Medical and Dental professionals within the specialty. This will include Maxillofacial Surgeons, Orthodontists, Restorative and Cleft Specialists.
• Promoting and coordinating the delivery of evidenced based care to these groups of patients.
• Be accountable for the wellbeing of a patient during treatment.
• Assist the Principal Dental nurses and Department Sister in the day to day management of the department.
• Work together with the entire multi disciplinary team in developing a culture that meets the needs of the patients effectively and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with other healthcare providers and Primary Care teams.

Skills

GDC registration

Dental Nursing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Education

Diploma in Dental Nursing / HE in Dental Nursing or City & Guilds Level 3

Job description

Main area Specialist Surgery Grade Band 4 -5 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 26.25 hours per week (Job patterns are flexible and can be discussed at interview stage.) Job ref 321-NOTSS-8296290-B4

Employer Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site John Radcliffe Hospital Town Oxford Salary £28,392 - £39,043 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 17/11/2026 23:59

Registered Dental Nurse Link Grade Band 4-5

Band 4 -5

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

*This role requires the applicant to be registered with the General Dental Council*

Our Dental Nurses work collaboratively with Dentists, Surgeons, Dental Therapists and Registered General Nurses to achieve a high standard of care and the best possible experience for our diverse group of patients.

If you would like to be part of our expanding and dynamic dental nursing team then this is your opportunity.

Main duties of the job

To be successful in joining our team, you should be flexible, well organized, with a professional friendly manner and demonstrate excellent communication skills. You should be able to use your own judgement to resolve issues, and have a tactful, sensitive approach to dealing with occasionally difficult situations. You should be able to work well under pressure with a flexible approach to work and a willingness to suggest ideas for improvements. In return we will encourage your professional development by ensuring you gain experience in all aspects of our service, whilst enhancing your skills and knowledge through a personal development plan.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk .

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Overall purpose of post

• To assist Medical and Dental professionals within the specialty. This will include Maxillofacial Surgeons, Orthodontists, Restorative and Cleft Specialists.
• Promoting and coordinating the delivery of evidenced based care to these groups of patients.
• Be accountable for the wellbeing of a patient during treatment.
• Assist the Principal Dental nurses and Department Sister in the day to day management of the department.
• Work together with the entire multi disciplinary team in developing a culture that meets the needs of the patients effectively and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with other healthcare providers and Primary Care teams.
• Develop and perform additional nursing roles that are necessary to the needs of the OMFS outpatient group following appropriate education and training.
• Work at all times within the General Dental Council ‘Scope of Practice’ (2025).

A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Registered Dental Nurse to join our friendly and enthusiastic outpatient team.

We are an acute hospital outpatient department treating adults and children with a wide range of oral and maxillofacial conditions, including orthognathic surgery, maxillofacial injuries, mouth cancer, disorders of the Temporo-Mandibular Joint, salivary gland disease and many others.

We are keen to support the successful applicant with development opportunities into specialist areas of dentistry.

As an employee for Oxford University Hospitals indemnity cover will be provided.

Person specification

Professional Qualifications & Trainings

• Registered on the GDC register for Dental Nurses.
• Certificate of Higher Education in Dental Nursing or City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in dental nursing (QCF) or equivalent training and experience.
• Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
• Awareness of self-development needs.
• Awareness of wider issues relating to health care and education.
• Post registration course in Dental Radiography/ Oral health / Orthodontics and/or other specialist training

Experience

• Knowledge of a range of dental procedures.
• Able to demonstrate the competencies needed to co-ordinate a clinical shift in OMFS department
• Able to work in fast paced environment.
• Effective team player
• Open to change
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Commitment to learn
• Evidence of leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage complex situations

Characteristics

• Organised
• Work well as part of a team
• Demonstrate initiative
• Motivated
• Selfidirected

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tothe ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitalspromotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

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Application numbers

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