Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

The closing date is 19 April 2026

Job summary

Are you a Dental Nurse looking for an interesting role in orthodontics?

We have a great opportunity for a dental nurse to join our busy and friendly team. This position is available part time, 4 days per week; Days to be discussed during interview.

Please note, this position will be based at Dorset County Hospital but there may be a requirement to work at Bournemouth Hospital.

Main duties of the job

You will:

  • Provide comprehensive support to the Clinical staff in all aspect of orthodontic treatment and dental surgery management
  • Prepare clinical areas including instrument care and management, cross infection control, managing equipment and materials as required.
  • Support the team in providing high quality patient focussed care

You have:

  • Full GDC registration
  • Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
  • Experience of dental nursing preferably in a hospital setting

We can offer you:

  • An opportunity to learn more about orthodontic nursing
  • A chance to work with a large multidisciplinary team including therapists, hygienists, technicians, oral health educators and orthodontic nurses.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, 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. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Right to Work in the UK:This role is not availablefor Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Details

Date posted

07 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

405-26-PST183ORTH

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience working either in Practice / Community / Hospital

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

  • Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
  • Full Registration with GDC

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work in a team
  • Good organisational ability
  • Good communication skills
  • Good understanding of cross infection control within the surgery
  • Knowledge of confidentiality in the work place
Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience working either in Practice / Community / Hospital

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

  • Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
  • Full Registration with GDC

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work in a team
  • Good organisational ability
  • Good communication skills
  • Good understanding of cross infection control within the surgery
  • Knowledge of confidentiality in the work place

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Orthodontist and Clinical Lead

Pamela Ellis

Pamela.Ellis@dchft.nhs.uk

01305255175

Details

Date posted

07 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

405-26-PST183ORTH

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY


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