Job summary
The post holder will provide a high standard of care and comprehensive range of specialist dental treatments and preventive advice/support within the General Dental Council scope of practice for dental therapist and hygienists - oral health practitioner specialist. Specialist clinical treatments including restorative, paediatric exodontia, periodontal and preventive procedures, according to the prescription and treatment plan, under the direction of a dentist. Maintain clinical records.
To undertake oral health instruction, information and advice to be given to specific client groups with complex needs, provide clinical supervision of dental nurses and students when giving oral health education, advice and training and undertake equipment testing when required.
Hours per week: 17.5
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
To provide a wide range of specialised dental & preventive procedures within the remit and full GDC scope of practice for dental therapists and hygienists, to specific client groups, under the direction of a dentist;
To take responsibility to assess and analyse a range of options in changing patient circumstances & take appropriate action within the treatment plan.
Provide dental and oral care for patients with complex needs, supporting the prescriber
Maintain contemporaneous clinical patient notes/records
Manage own workload within templated appointment times and clinics
Maintain high standard of infection control.
Communicate with patients who have complex needs & communication issues.
Maintain training and development in clinical skills, knowledge and competencies for the role.
To maintain professional standards
To maintain the Trusts values and behaviours
Assist in service audits when required
To work across clinic locations when required
To work within service specifications of the contracts - currently special care and paediatric exodontia contracts
Participate in service development and meetings.
For Full details please see JD & PS
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Dual dental therapist and hygienist qualification currently registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), to minimum of diploma level
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge & clinical skills with relevant experience of a range of treatment procedures to be carried out within the dental therapist & hygienist role
- To work within GDC professional standards
- Specialist training & experience of specific client groups with complex needs
- Knowledge of special care and paediatric dentistry
- Maintaining GDPR - confidentiality
- Excellent communication, listening interpersonal and patience skills
- Excellent dexterity, accuracy & precision to manipulate/use dental instruments & equipment
- Knowledge of medical conditions & recognising effects on oral cavity
Desirable
- Understanding of Community Denal Services
- Understanding of therapist and hygienist role, within the Community Dental Services
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working autonomously within standard operating procedures, policies and GDC scope of practice
- Responsible for management of own workload, whilst working within templated appointment times
- Time management of own clinic within templated appointment times
- Implementation of oral health polices within the service
- Clinical supervision of dental nurses, oral health practitioners and students
- Experience of treating all age range of patients and providing specialist advice for patients with learning difficulties, mental health issues, dementia, communication issues and complex medical conditions & carers - adaptation of techniques to deliver treatment to suit the patient specific needs
- Communicating with patients who have learning difficulties, dementia, communication issues or are non-verbal
- Experience of paediatric dentistry and acclimatisation to services/treatment
Desirable
- Working within NHS Trust CDS or hospital setting
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Assemble, operate and dismantle dental equipment
- Undertake equipment testing
- Maintains stock of oral health equipment/products
- Plan dental health education and domiciliary visits when required
- Highly developed physical skills to manipulate a range of fine precision dental instruments and equipment eg preparation of cavities
- To work across clinic locations when required
- Undertaken regular training in; Safeguarding adults and children L3 Immediate Life Support (ILS)
- Maintaining CPD for GDC registration
Desirable
- Paediatric immediate life support (PILS)
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Dual dental therapist and hygienist qualification currently registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), to minimum of diploma level
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge & clinical skills with relevant experience of a range of treatment procedures to be carried out within the dental therapist & hygienist role
- To work within GDC professional standards
- Specialist training & experience of specific client groups with complex needs
- Knowledge of special care and paediatric dentistry
- Maintaining GDPR - confidentiality
- Excellent communication, listening interpersonal and patience skills
- Excellent dexterity, accuracy & precision to manipulate/use dental instruments & equipment
- Knowledge of medical conditions & recognising effects on oral cavity
Desirable
- Understanding of Community Denal Services
- Understanding of therapist and hygienist role, within the Community Dental Services
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working autonomously within standard operating procedures, policies and GDC scope of practice
- Responsible for management of own workload, whilst working within templated appointment times
- Time management of own clinic within templated appointment times
- Implementation of oral health polices within the service
- Clinical supervision of dental nurses, oral health practitioners and students
- Experience of treating all age range of patients and providing specialist advice for patients with learning difficulties, mental health issues, dementia, communication issues and complex medical conditions & carers - adaptation of techniques to deliver treatment to suit the patient specific needs
- Communicating with patients who have learning difficulties, dementia, communication issues or are non-verbal
- Experience of paediatric dentistry and acclimatisation to services/treatment
Desirable
- Working within NHS Trust CDS or hospital setting
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Assemble, operate and dismantle dental equipment
- Undertake equipment testing
- Maintains stock of oral health equipment/products
- Plan dental health education and domiciliary visits when required
- Highly developed physical skills to manipulate a range of fine precision dental instruments and equipment eg preparation of cavities
- To work across clinic locations when required
- Undertaken regular training in; Safeguarding adults and children L3 Immediate Life Support (ILS)
- Maintaining CPD for GDC registration
Desirable
- Paediatric immediate life support (PILS)
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
