Dental Nurse

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Durban; Sur place; ZAR 689 000 - 750 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

NHS Shetland is seeking a Qualified/Student Dental Nurse to join the Public Dental Service in Lerwick or Brae. The post is substantive and part-time (35 hours per week) with Band 4 pay (£31,537–£34,303 per annum pro rata) and pay as per Annex 21 during training.

You will support dentists, therapists and hygienists in modern surgeries and may cover additional locations as required. We require GDC registration or active student status, a flexible, team-oriented approach, good communication, and

Qualifications

• Qualified/Student Dental Nurse with GDC registration or in training.
• Up-to-date CPD portfolio required.
• Demonstrates flexible approach and teamwork.
• Communicates well and works under pressure.

Responsabilités

• Carry out chair-side duties with dentists, therapists and hygienists.
• Provide NHS dental care as part of the Public Dental Service.
• Participate in training and work across locations as needed.

Connaissances

Flexible approach

Communication skills

Team working

Calm under pressure

Formation

GDC registration

Description du poste

Qualified/Student Dental Nurse (Ref: 262028)

Substantive post

Part Time – 35 hours per week

Band 4 - Salary Range £31,537 – £34,303 per annum (pro rata) (Once qualified)

(Payment as per Annex 21 pay whilst training)

Distant Islands Allowance of £2,578 per annum (pro rata) NHS Shetland is committed to ensuring that everyone in Shetland can access high quality, affordable, safe and effective NHS oral health care services. We currently have an opportunity for either a Qualified Dental Nurse or Student Dental Nurse, to join the Public Dental Service, working in modern and well equipped surgeries. Working with friendly and supportive colleagues, you will also carry out chair-side duties with Dentists, Therapists and Hygienists. Based in Lerwick or Brae, there may also be opportunity to provide cover in other locations, and on occasions to work in Consultant led clinics in the hospital setting.

Qualified/Student Dental Nurse (Ref: 262028) Substantive post Part Time – 35 hours per week Band 4 - Salary Range £31,537 – £34,303 per annum (pro rata) (Once qualified) Payment as per Annex 21 pay whilst training Distant Islands Allowance of £2,578 per annum (pro rata) NHS Shetland is committed to ensuring that everyone in Shetland can access high quality, affordable, safe and effective NHS oral health care services. We currently have an opportunity for either a Qualified Dental Nurse or Student Dental Nurse, to join the Public Dental Service, working in modern and well equipped surgeries. Working with friendly and supportive colleagues, you will also carry out chair‑side duties with Dentists, Therapists and Hygienists. Based in Lerwick or Brae, there may also be opportunity to provide cover in other locations, and on occasions to work in Consultant led clinics in the hospital setting.

We are looking for a qualified Dental Nurse who is registered with the General Dental Council, experienced in NHS dentistry and who has an up to date CPD portfolio. You will need to demonstrate a flexible approach to work, good communication and team working skills, and the ability to work and remain calm under pressure.

We ask the Student Dental Nurse to make a commitment to work towards their National Diploma in Dental Nursing. This will involve self‑directed study in your own time as well as dedicated tutorials outside of normal working hours. During the training period, you will be paid as per Annex 21 guidance from Agenda for Change T&C’s on Arrangements for pay and banding of trainees (click here). Once you have qualified as a Registered Dental Nurse, your salary band will increase to Band 4 (current salary range £31,537 - £34,303 per annum). We expect Students to sit their examinations to become qualified within three years.

Please note that these posts are not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Gov.uk guidance. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship BEFORE submitting any applications. Further information can be found here

Closing date: 01/11/26

Interview date: week commencing 09/11/26

• Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.