Job summary
Applicants are welcomed to join our fantastic department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics. Come and join a friendly and dynamic team to gain experience and further your clinical knowledge.
Main duties of the job
To work as one of a discrete group of advanced, registered, dental nurse practitioners within the specialties of Oral Surgery, Maxillo-Facial and Orthodontics in the provision of the highest standard of nursing care for children, young people, adults and those with special needs.
To work on own initiative with manager available for reference if required.
To assist specialist dental practitioners in the treatment of patients, including those with complex medical histories and learning difficulties.
Prepare and organise clinical areas for treatment for example theatres, orthodontics, implant clinics and specialist restorative clinics selecting and assembling appropriate equipment and materials.
Responsible for preparing the patient for dental treatment and assisting in the care and supervision of the patient until they are fit to leave the department.
Provide post-operative advice and instruction for patients following Orthodontics, general anaesthetics and maxilla-facial treatments.
To act as a role model by excellent and exemplary professional behaviour at all times working within the General Dental Council Code of Professional Conduct.
Run nurse led clinics.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.
It's established South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.
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Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
Job locations
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
* Identity Checks
* Professional registration and qualification checks
* Employment history and reference checks
* Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
* Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
* Identity Checks
* Professional registration and qualification checks
* Employment history and reference checks
* Occupational Health clearance
* Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
* Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Diploma in Dental Nursing or equivalent qualification.
* Current registration with General Dental Council.
Desirable
* Qualification in one or more of the following: Orthodontic Dental Nursing. Dental Implant Nursing. Dental Sedation Nursing. Special Care Dental Nursing. Dental Radiography. Oral Health Education. Impression Taking. ECDL.
Experience
Essential
* Substantive experience as a registered Dental Nurse.
* Experience or relevant knowledge in specific areas of Orthodontics and Maxillo-Facial.
* Experience of working independently.
Desirable
* Experience in one or more of the following: Implantology. Conscious Sedation. Special Care. Radiography. Impression Taking.
* Knowledge and awareness of current issues within the NHS
Skills
Essential
* Computer literate.
* Ability to supervise new members of staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Diploma in Dental Nursing or equivalent qualification.
* Current registration with General Dental Council.
Desirable
* Qualification in one or more of the following: Orthodontic Dental Nursing. Dental Implant Nursing. Dental Sedation Nursing. Special Care Dental Nursing. Dental Radiography. Oral Health Education. Impression Taking. ECDL.
Experience
Essential
* Substantive experience as a registered Dental Nurse.
* Experience or relevant knowledge in specific areas of Orthodontics and Maxillo-Facial.
* Experience of working independently.
Desirable
* Experience in one or more of the following: Implantology. Conscious Sedation. Special Care. Radiography. Impression Taking.
* Knowledge and awareness of current issues within the NHS
Skills
Essential
* Computer literate.
* Ability to supervise new members of staff.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
Truro
TR1 3LJ
Employer's website
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