Job summary
Were Hiring a Full-Time/Part-Time Dental Nurse
Are you passionate about helping others and making a real difference? Do you want to be part of a team where your work truly impacts your community, the environment, and the future of healthcare? Then Smile Together is the place for you!Why Join Us?At Smile Together, were not just a dental practice were the UKs first dental practice to be B Corp certified, a Community Interest Company, and proud to be employee-owned. This means were committed to doing business in a way that benefits our people, the communities we serve, and our planet. From reducing our environmental toothprint with sustainable practices, to playing an active role in improving oral health across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, our mission is bigger than just dentistry its about changing lives, and we want you to be part of that mission.
Innovative Dental Nurse Career Pathway:Grow and develop within a supportive environment where you can pursue special interests, gain qualifications, and even care for your own list of patients in nurse-led clinics.
Competitive Salary:£26,500.00-£29,500.00* per annum, paid (pro rata).*Salary levels are discussed during interviews and are based on your qualifications and experience.
Main duties of the job
To ensure the efficient day-to-day running of
the dental practice and to work closely with the whole team to ensure that
Smile Together provides timely, accessible, quality dental care to its
patients.
When dental nursing the
post holder will be expected to deliver a high standard of clinical support to
our dentists and therapists and play an integral role in the company as a
whole.
The post holder will be
required to provide a reliable, efficient and timely front of house service to
ensure Smile Together exceeds patient expectations at every visit and provides
a first-class patient experience.
Travel to provide cover at other clinical
locations within Smile Together will be required on occasions.
About us
Mentorship and Professional Development:Well help you develop your skills with access to our Smile Together Training Academy, including a paid subscription to Agilio for continuous professional development, mentorship opportunities, and unique chances to work across Cornwall, including in our Mobile Dental Unit.
Workforce Benefits Package:Occupational pension scheme, 27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), National Living Wage Employer, and an extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday!Unique Employee Ownership Benefits:Shareholder Opportunities: Have a real voice in shaping the future of our employee-owned company.Community Involvement:Engage in impactful community projects like our coastal outreach and support for Health for Homeless Cornwall. Opportunity for half a days paid volunteer time such as through our partnership with Plant One and Cornwall Wildlife Trust or with a charity of your own*Fun and Engaging Team Events:From BBQs on the beach to our annual Smile (Get) Together, we know how to have fun while making a difference!Health and Wellbeing:Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Through our Health Assured Programme, youll have access to tools for mental and physical health, including 24-hour helplines, structured therapy, and more.Sound Exciting?Heres How to Apply: Please send a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter to joinus.smiletogether@nhs.net, or apply online here.Application deadline:30th June 2025We have the right to close this advert early
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the dentist during clinical procedures and make independent judgments with regard to equipment, instruments and materials
Provide comprehensive reception cover when required including answering the telephone, booking appointments and welcoming patients to the practice ensuring accurate inputting of data into the practice system and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times
Recognise and demonstrate understanding of the different journey a patient will experience depending on their treatment needs and the service being provided to them
Assist in the provision of a mentoring programme to support Foundation Dental Nurses to expand their clinical skills
- Participate in the selection of, interview and onboarding of Trainee Dental Nurses
Recognise and assist with any medical emergencies
Provide clinical support for clinicians within a surgery setting, and give appropriate pre-treatment and post-treatment advice to patients
Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained at all times
Provide support and reassurance to patients undergoing dental procedures
Monitor and maintain stock control with due regard to efficient use of resources
Accurately record patient data, filing and archiving patient records
A working knowledge of HTM 01-05 document and Infection Control procedures
Actively engage with Smile Together teams and participate in audit activities, planning and development sessions, and in-house meetings etc
Be responsible for safe working and practice on a day-to-day basis in sites of clinical activity, ensuring compliance with clinical governance and legislation, appropriate health, safety and security procedures within the work area, and reporting accidents, incidents and near misses using the Smile Together incident reporting procedure
Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by the Practice Managers and Smile Together Management Team
Hold full GDC registration without conditions
Play a valuable part in contributing to the success of the organisation
Be an ambassador for the companys vision, mission and values and demonstrate related behaviours
To professionally represent Smile Together as an ambassador for the company in this role, leading by example
Maintain and develop your clinical competency and continuing professional/personal development according to agreed training needs via our Smile Together Training Academy and Perform (appraisal and review system)
Work alongside clinical and professional support colleagues in service improvement and facilitate ongoing organisational change and development
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist the dentist during clinical procedures and make independent judgments with regard to equipment, instruments and materials
Provide comprehensive reception cover when required including answering the telephone, booking appointments and welcoming patients to the practice ensuring accurate inputting of data into the practice system and maintaining patient confidentiality at all times
Recognise and demonstrate understanding of the different journey a patient will experience depending on their treatment needs and the service being provided to them
Assist in the provision of a mentoring programme to support Foundation Dental Nurses to expand their clinical skills
- Participate in the selection of, interview and onboarding of Trainee Dental Nurses
Recognise and assist with any medical emergencies
Provide clinical support for clinicians within a surgery setting, and give appropriate pre-treatment and post-treatment advice to patients
Ensure high standards of patient care are maintained at all times
Provide support and reassurance to patients undergoing dental procedures
Monitor and maintain stock control with due regard to efficient use of resources
Accurately record patient data, filing and archiving patient records
A working knowledge of HTM 01-05 document and Infection Control procedures
Actively engage with Smile Together teams and participate in audit activities, planning and development sessions, and in-house meetings etc
Be responsible for safe working and practice on a day-to-day basis in sites of clinical activity, ensuring compliance with clinical governance and legislation, appropriate health, safety and security procedures within the work area, and reporting accidents, incidents and near misses using the Smile Together incident reporting procedure
Undertake other reasonable duties as requested by the Practice Managers and Smile Together Management Team
Hold full GDC registration without conditions
Play a valuable part in contributing to the success of the organisation
Be an ambassador for the companys vision, mission and values and demonstrate related behaviours
To professionally represent Smile Together as an ambassador for the company in this role, leading by example
Maintain and develop your clinical competency and continuing professional/personal development according to agreed training needs via our Smile Together Training Academy and Perform (appraisal and review system)
Work alongside clinical and professional support colleagues in service improvement and facilitate ongoing organisational change and development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Certificate in Dental Nursing, NVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing (DN) or equivilent
- Competency in the common aspects of dental nursing and experience of a wide range of dental procedures acquired through training and clinical experience
Desirable
- Post qualification experience, minimum 2 years
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of systems of care provision and
- current health and safety regulations including adherence to COSHH guidelines and ionising radiation regulations, and compliance with HTM 01 05 infection control proceduresKnowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and NHS Confidentiality Guidelines (e.g. Caldicott) and their implications
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring newly qualified Dental Nurses and or student Dental Nurses
- Experience in the recruitment of Dental Nurses
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NEBDN National Certificate in Dental Nursing, NVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing (DN) or equivilent
- Competency in the common aspects of dental nursing and experience of a wide range of dental procedures acquired through training and clinical experience
Desirable
- Post qualification experience, minimum 2 years
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of systems of care provision and
- current health and safety regulations including adherence to COSHH guidelines and ionising radiation regulations, and compliance with HTM 01 05 infection control proceduresKnowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and NHS Confidentiality Guidelines (e.g. Caldicott) and their implications
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring newly qualified Dental Nurses and or student Dental Nurses
- Experience in the recruitment of Dental Nurses
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).
