Main area Maxillofacial and Orthodontic Department Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 349-NMGH-7750498*
Employer Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Wythenshawe Town Manchester Salary £27,485 - £30,162 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 23/03/2026 23:59
NHS AfC: Band 4
Job overview
Are you a Registered Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council and have experience in Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Surgery?
We have opportunities for you to join us in this exciting time, based in Wythenshawe hospital and MRI
Main duties of the job
Are you a Registered Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council and hold and have experience in Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Surgery? We have opportunities for you to join us in this exciting time, based in Wythenshawe Hospital and MRI Hospital.
You will provide close support for the clinician by maintaining high standards of infection control.
Confident, competent, self-motivated and enthusiastic are all attributes required for these positions as well as the ability to work as part of the dental team.
You need to be interested in ensuring quality Dental services and must be able to communicate effective with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals and demonstrate very high standards.
In return, we will provide you with a full induction and support you with a personal development plan and ongoing training when required.
You will also benefit from being an employee for a large Trust and so be made aware of up and coming projects and opportunities that there may be.
Working for our organisation
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.
Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Supporting Documents’ section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
* Evidence of multi disciplinary Team Working.
* Previous experience in the N.H.S.
Skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Clinically competent in clinical area/speciality
* Willingness to be flexible and adaptable.
* Effective organisational skills
* Awareness of Clinical Governance process
* IT Skills
Qualifications
* Registered Dental Nurse Qualification (NVQ 3)
* Professional Registration with the GDC
* Certificate in Oral Health, or Radiography qualification
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Name Laura Hitchcock
Job title Head and Neck Maxillofacial Department Manager
Email address Laura.Hitchcock@mft.nhs.uk
Telephone number 0161 291 4886
Additional information
Angela Schofield Manager at MRI.
0161 701 3067
#J-18808-Ljbffr