We are seeking a part-time/full-time dental nurse to join our team at Berkshire Community Dental Clinic in Skimped Hill. You will work in a multi-surgery clinic, having support from other colleagues, and assist in the provision of dental care for children with high levels of dental disease and children and adults with additional needs.
You will have the opportunity to provide care in the domiciliary setting, assist in the provision of care for patients under inhalation sedation, and assist on general anesthetic sessions. The role is for 30-37.5 hours per week, working a minimum of 3 days and a maximum of 5 days from 08:30-17:00, Monday to Friday.
About Us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust, rated 'outstanding' by the CQC. We are committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire and offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values include:
* Caring for and about you is our top priority
* Committed to providing good quality, safe services
* Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Role Details
The nurse will join an enthusiastic and skilled workforce with a great team spirit. The service has 7 clinics and over 40 members of staff, and treats patients with additional needs, including children, people with learning and physical disabilities, and the elderly. You will be based at Berkshire Community Dental Clinic in Skimped Hill but will also work at other clinics and in the domiciliary setting.
It is essential that you can drive, have a UK driving licence, and a car for travel between clinics and hospitals. There are excellent opportunities for gaining experience in treating patients under sedation and general anaesthetic.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* Flexible working options to support work-life balance
* 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
* Generous NHS pension scheme
* Excellent learning and career development opportunities
* 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
* Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
* Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
* Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment, and armed forces community to support equality
* Generous maternity, paternity, adoption, and special leave
* Free parking across Trust sites
This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months to cover maternity. Your wellbeing is important to us, and we encourage professional development and training.
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