Job summary
We currently have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and adaptable Qualified Dental Nurse to join a highly motivated, professional and supportive dental team in providing Dental Care to the people of Carmarthenshire
This post will be based in our current clinic in Carmarthen but will be moving to the new Carmarthen HWB early 2026, however the ability to travel across sites in a timely manner is essential. This post is subject to a successful DBS and Occupational Health Screening
Applicants must be GDC registered.
Interviews to be held on 8/10/25
Main duties of the job
The Dental Nurse will be responsible for the provision of General Dental Nursing supporting clinicians in the delivery of Dental and Oral Health care to patients.
You should have extensive experience as a Qualified Dental Nurse ,good communication and interpersonal skills along with an ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
The successful candidate will have the responsibility for the coordination of the dental services within the fixed clinics.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post ; English and or/Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Qualified Dental nurse or demonstrable competence through equivalent experience / NEB diploma level qualification
- GDC Registration
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and Clinical Audit
Desirable
- Recognised Oral Health Education Certificate.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in providing clinical support to dentists and / or therapists.
- Data collation.
- Oral Health Education Stock control
- Safe disposal of waste
Desirable
- Work within a Community Dental Service
- Conscious sedation, General Anaesthesia, special needs dentistry, orthodontics, laboratory techniques and radiography.
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Qualified Dental nurse or demonstrable competence through equivalent experience / NEB diploma level qualification
- GDC Registration
- Knowledge of Clinical Governance and Clinical Audit
Desirable
- Recognised Oral Health Education Certificate.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in providing clinical support to dentists and / or therapists.
- Data collation.
- Oral Health Education Stock control
- Safe disposal of waste
Desirable
- Work within a Community Dental Service
- Conscious sedation, General Anaesthesia, special needs dentistry, orthodontics, laboratory techniques and radiography.
Language Skills
Desirable
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).
