Job summary
Do you want to make a difference?
If you are well organised, able to prioritise and work on your own initiative without direct supervision, but also enjoys working as part of a team to provide excellent patient care, then we look forward to hearing from you
The Special Care Dental Service is part of a countywide service providing NHS Dental treatment to patients on referral. We have clinics across the county, operating Mondays to Fridays, 08:30am to 4:30pm.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a dedicated, organized Senior Dental Nurse to join our friendly Dental Nursing team in West Sussex - to act as a mentor to support and be willing to learn new skills and participate in all aspects of Dental Nursing.
- To work collaboratively with the Senior Dental Nurse Manager, the Dental Nurse Managers and Senior Dental Nurses working within Trust Policies and GDC scope of practice
- To support in the compiling of the clinic programme of works/rota system and to report any variances in this to the Dental Nurse Management team.
- To participate and carry out Audits and Quality Assurance checks
- The Senior Dental Nurse will provide line management to the dental nurses and decontamination support staff. This will include supporting in recruitment processes, regular 1-2-1 supervision, return to work meetings and clinical observations etc.
- The Senior Dental Nurse will provide support in the induction, training and mentoring of new dental nurses. To aid in the provision, delivery and facilitation of training sessions to dental staff at clinic/peer review meetings
- The Senior Dental Nurse will act as a role model in promoting compliance and adherence to local and Trust policies, guidelines and ensure staff work within the GDC scope of practice
About us
Special Care Dental Service prides itself in providing an exceptional level of service to its service users and we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person who is able to work, learn and actively contribute within our team. You must have excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to providing the highest levels of service to customers.
If you are looking for a challenge and want to join a dynamic team in a friendly and pro-active Trust then this is the role for you
Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated Senior Dental Nurse to join the Special Care Dental Service within Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust.
The Special Care Dental Service is part of a countywide service providing NHS Dental treatment to patients on referral, we have clinics across the County, currently operating Mondays to Fridays, 08:30am to 4:30pm.
You will be working with an experienced team of consultants, dentists, therapists and nurses supporting a variety of service users with additional needs.
This post provides the opportunity to work as a Senior Dental Nurse supporting a small team of Dental Nurses in Costal West Sussex, however you will have the opportunity to work at all our Dental Clinics.
The Senior Dental Nurse role involves:-
- Acting as a role model in promoting compliance and adherence to local and Trust policies, guidelines and ensure staff work within the GDC scope of practice
- Providing line management support to the dental nurses e.g. supervision, return to work reviews and carrying out appraisals
- Dental nursing within the busy dental clinics, General Anaesthetic Dental Sessions, Inhalation Sedation
- Delivering excellence at the point of need for our service users, whilst being compassionate, caring and adaptable to the needs of our service users and to the service itself.
You will be supported in achieving core professional development to meet your GDC and future CPD requirements.
See attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details
Job description
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated Senior Dental Nurse to join the Special Care Dental Service within Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust.
The Special Care Dental Service is part of a countywide service providing NHS Dental treatment to patients on referral, we have clinics across the County, currently operating Mondays to Fridays, 08:30am to 4:30pm.
You will be working with an experienced team of consultants, dentists, therapists and nurses supporting a variety of service users with additional needs.
This post provides the opportunity to work as a Senior Dental Nurse supporting a small team of Dental Nurses in Costal West Sussex, however you will have the opportunity to work at all our Dental Clinics.
The Senior Dental Nurse role involves:-
- Acting as a role model in promoting compliance and adherence to local and Trust policies, guidelines and ensure staff work within the GDC scope of practice
- Providing line management support to the dental nurses e.g. supervision, return to work reviews and carrying out appraisals
- Dental nursing within the busy dental clinics, General Anaesthetic Dental Sessions, Inhalation Sedation
- Delivering excellence at the point of need for our service users, whilst being compassionate, caring and adaptable to the needs of our service users and to the service itself.
You will be supported in achieving core professional development to meet your GDC and future CPD requirements.
See attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- GDC Registrant
- NEBDN Post Qualification Certification i.e. Special Care Dental Nursing, Dental Radiography, Dental Sedation, Oral Health Education or working towards
- Supervise and mentor members of the team as required, leading by example
- Ability to work well within a team and be able to support colleagues, prioritising tasks, and working well under pressure
- Working knowledge of windows based IT systems, reception duties and Dental software
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing or equivalent
- Post cert qualification in i.e. Sedation, Dental Radiography, Oral Health Education etc. (or working towards)
Desirable
- Good level of General Education
Experience
Essential
- Record of continuous professional development. i.e. Courses/in service training. oCourses including:- Special Care Nursing
- Courses including:- Special Care Nursing, Application of Duraphat Fluoride Varnish, Inhalation Sedation etc.
- Previous Line Management/Supervisory experience
Desirable
- Previous Community Dental Service/Special Care Dental Service
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- GDC Registrant
- NEBDN Post Qualification Certification i.e. Special Care Dental Nursing, Dental Radiography, Dental Sedation, Oral Health Education or working towards
- Supervise and mentor members of the team as required, leading by example
- Ability to work well within a team and be able to support colleagues, prioritising tasks, and working well under pressure
- Working knowledge of windows based IT systems, reception duties and Dental software
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing or equivalent
- Post cert qualification in i.e. Sedation, Dental Radiography, Oral Health Education etc. (or working towards)
Desirable
- Good level of General Education
Experience
Essential
- Record of continuous professional development. i.e. Courses/in service training. oCourses including:- Special Care Nursing
- Courses including:- Special Care Nursing, Application of Duraphat Fluoride Varnish, Inhalation Sedation etc.
- Previous Line Management/Supervisory experience
Desirable
- Previous Community Dental Service/Special Care Dental Service
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.
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.
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).
