Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Dental Nurse for the Community Dental Service at Salisbury Central Health Clinic (Avon Approach, SP1 3SL). Band 4, Full‑time, permanent, salary £28,392 – £31,157 per annum. Closing date 19/06/2026.
Key Duties
* Provide dental nursing support for urgent care and special care patients across Wiltshire and Swindon.
* Assist the dentist during all clinical procedures, including hand‑over, radiography, sedation and domiciliary visits.
* Maintain clinical and professional development, participate in annual appraisal and CPD to meet GDC requirements.
* Manage infection control, decontamination, stock and equipment, ensuring compliance with CDS and GWH Trust policies.
* Administer pre‑ and post‑operative advice, and liaise with other health professionals, care homes, schools and hospitals.
* Take responsibility for health & safety, fire inspection, manual handling and other health & safety duties.
* Operate the SFD IT system and record patient information.
* Act as chaperone and witness for the dentist and work as part of a team to deliver high‑quality care.
* Participate in audits, surveillance and additional duties as directed by the Dental Nurse Team Manager.
* Work flexible shift pattern including weekends and bank holidays, and travel to other clinics as required.
Qualifications
* Registration as a Dental Care Practitioner (DCP) with the General Dental Council.
* NEBDN National Certificate, NVQ level 3 in Oral Health (Dental Nursing) or equivalent qualification with appropriate experience.
* Willingness to study for the NEBDN Certificate in Dental Sedation Nursing.
* Special Care Dental Nurse qualification (or equivalent). Understanding of clinical supervision/mentoring.
Experience
* Experience as a Dental Nurse working within a community dental setting.
* Experience of health‑and‑safety practice relevant to the post.
* Wide range of experience in dental procedures.
* Experience operating IT systems, including the SFD system.
Person Specification
* Valid GDC registration and ability to drive a motor vehicle with business insurance.
* Capability to work flexible hours, including weekends and bank holidays.
* Good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
* Ability to handle manual‑handling tasks, including the use of a hoist.
* Commitment to maintaining professional development and compliance with mandatory training.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. All applicants who have a disability will be offered a guaranteed interview if they meet the minimum essential criteria. The Trust is also a Veteran‑aware organisation and has signed the Armed Forces Covenant.
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