Dental Nurse
Closing date: 30 April 2026
Are you a Registered Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council and hold a relevant Dental Nurse Qualification? We have opportunities for you to join us in this exciting time, based in central Manchester. You will provide close support for the Dentist 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 effectively 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 be made aware of upcoming projects and opportunities that may arise.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will ensure the best possible dental nursing care and practice is delivered to patients, including those with complex medical, physical and emotional needs. The postholder will provide close support to dentistry, maintaining high standards of patient care and infection control. The postholder will act as a positive role model within the department for all staff, patients and carers. The postholder will be expected to learn new skills in line with new practices, qualifications and modernization and will also have a commitment to continuing professional development. There is an expectation that the postholder will undertake post‑registration training in Conscious Sedation in addition to other post‑registration training courses relevant to their area of work.
About us
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, our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is our largest health academic campus in Europe. We are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation and continuous improvement.
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.
Job responsibilities
* Ensure best possible dental nursing care and practice to patients, including those with complex medical, physical and emotional needs.
* Provide close support to dentistry, maintaining high standards of patient care and infection control.
* Act as a positive role model within the department for all staff, patients and carers.
* Learn new skills in line with new practices, qualifications and modernization.
* Commit to continuing professional development, including post‑registration training in Conscious Sedation and other relevant courses.
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.
Person Specification
Qualification
* Registered Dental Nurse Qualification (NVQ 3)
* Professional Registration with the GDC
* N.E.B.D.N.
* Post‑qualification Certificate in Oral Health, or Radiography qualification, or working towards one
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.
* Evidence of multidisciplinary Team Working.
* Previous experience in the NHS.
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.
£28,392 to £31,157 a year, per annum (pro rata).
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