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Job Summary
We're opening a new Dental Education Practice in Plymouth City Centre later this year, and were looking for Dental Nurses to join our team!
Job Summary
We're opening a new Dental Education Practice in Plymouth City Centre later this year, and were looking for Dental Nurses to join our team!
Initially working in our Plymouth Dental Education Facilities in Derriford and Devonport for training purposes, you will transfer to our new Dental Education Practice (DEP) in Plymouth City Centre when this opens in Autumn 2025. The DEP will provide an innovative model of care comprising urgent and stabilisation dental care, and general and specialist dentistry delivered alongside placements for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as trainees undertaking dental foundation training. Dental Nurses are required to support with undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as qualified Clinicians.
Our Dental Nurse roles have a salary range of £27,855 - £31,199. Salaries are pro rata for staff working less than full time. We have multiple opportunities available.
Main duties of the job
* Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care
* Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics
* Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients
* Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes
* Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures
About Us
PDSE is an award-winning Community Interest Company that provides NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall. As a social enterprise, we are a values driven organisation with a focus on patient-centred care and addressing local oral health needs. We work closely with the University of Plymouths Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of its dental healthcare students.
The Role Includes
* 6.6 weeks holiday entitlement (pro rata), increasing after 5 years service. Payment for holiday is included within the annual salary. We also offer a holiday purchase scheme where you can buy up to two additional weeks holiday each year.
* Support with your learning and development, including access to online CPD platforms plus additional CPD at our two company Away Days each year. Our Learning & Development Framework may also inspire you to consider further career development including training opportunities such as Radiography, Oral Health Education and Fluoride Varnish Application.
* Access to the Scottish Widows Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
* Free uniform and funded indemnity insurance.
* Opportunity to claim back professional registration fees (pro rata)
* Parking available within walking distance of the Practice
* Support for your wellbeing, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, as well as our Health Plan where you can claim money back towards certain health expenses, and access gym discounts and more.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£27,855 to £31,199 a year Pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
P0007-25-0038
Job locations
Damerel Close
Madden Road
Plymouth
Devon
PL1 4JZ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
* Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care
* Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics
* Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients
* Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes
* Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care
* Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics
* Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients
* Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes
* Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of work in a dental environment.
Qualifications
Essential
* Dental Nurse, registered with the General Dental Council.
Desirable
* Additional dental qualification are desirable but not essential.
* Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
* Computer literacy, including competence with Microsoft Office and R4. Full training will be given.
Person Specification
Essential
* Dental Nurse, registered with the General Dental Council.
Desirable
* Additional dental qualification are desirable but not essential.
* Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
* Computer literacy, including competence with Microsoft Office and R4. Full training will be given.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC
Address
Damerel Close
Madden Road
Plymouth
Devon
PL1 4JZ
Employer's website
https://peninsuladental.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC
Address
Damerel Close
Madden Road
Plymouth
Devon
PL1 4JZ
Employer's website
https://peninsuladental.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Dentists
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