Smile Together

Mobile Dental Unit Dental Nurse

The closing date is 03 October 2025

Job summary

Were Hiring a Full-Time Mobile Dental Unit Dental Nurse

Location:Based from Harleigh Road Dental Centre and deployed with our Mobile Dental Unit across Cornwall.

Are you a dedicated Dental Nurse looking for a role that goes beyond the clinic, where your work truly impacts your community, the environment, and the future of healthcare? Join our friendly and professional team at Harleigh Road Dental Clinic, where your skills will support both our practice and our mobile dental service delivered via the Mobile Dental Unit (MDU)About the Role: Assist in delivering high-quality dental care both in-clinic and on the Mobile Dental Unit across the county. Deploy with the MDU when in operation, ensuring smooth service delivery at various community locations. Take the lead in the setup and close-down of the MDU, ensuring all equipment is clean, safe, and ready for use. Manage and maintain stock levels for the MDU, including ordering supplies and keeping inventory up-to-date.

Main duties of the job

About the You: GDC-registered Dental Nurse Confident working independently and as part of a mobile outreach team Organised, reliable, and capable of managing logistical elements of the MDU A full driving licence is desirable (for travel with the MDU) Passionate about improving access to dental care in the communityInnovative 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.Salary levels are discussed during interviews and are based on your qualifications and experience.Why Join Us?Were more than just a dental practice, were proud to be the UKs first dental practice to be B Corp certified a Community Interest Company (CIC) proud to be employee-owned, giving our team a voice within the businessThis means were committed to doing business differently for the benefit of 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 goes beyond dentistry: we change lives and wed love you to be part of that!

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.Paid Indemnity & GDC Registration:Weve got you covered so you can focus on your career.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.

Details

Date posted

18 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,500 to £29,500 a year Dependant on additional Qualifications

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

P0017-25-0021

Job locations

Harleigh Road Dental Clinic

Harleigh Road

Bodmin

Cornwall

PL31 1AH


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and further details will be provided shortly. For details on the role please review the main advert.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and further details will be provided shortly. For details on the role please review the main advert.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NEBDN Dental Nursing Qualification
  • GDC Registered
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • NEBDN Dental Nursing Qualification
  • GDC Registered

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

Smile Together

Address

Harleigh Road Dental Clinic

Harleigh Road

Bodmin

Cornwall

PL31 1AH


Employer's website

https://smiletogether.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Smile Together

Address

Harleigh Road Dental Clinic

Harleigh Road

Bodmin

Cornwall

PL31 1AH


Employer's website

https://smiletogether.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

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Details

Date posted

18 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,500 to £29,500 a year Dependant on additional Qualifications

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

P0017-25-0021

Job locations

Harleigh Road Dental Clinic

Harleigh Road

Bodmin

Cornwall

PL31 1AH


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