Higher Level Dental Nurse

Overview

Join Our Dynamic Dental Team as a Higher Level Dental NurseAre you a confident, enthusiastic team player with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care? We''re looking for a dedicated Higher Level Dental Nurse to become an integral part of our vibrant practice. You will support our Oral and Maxillofacial and Orthodontic clinicians, assist with a variety of procedures, and provide top-quality care to patients. Your interpersonal skills will help create a welcoming environment, and your organisational talents will keep operations running smoothly.If you''re ready to take your dental career to the next level and work in a supportive, forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you!Join us and make a differenceapply today

Main duties

Join Our Team as a Skilled Dental NurseDeliver high-quality patient care across Oral and Maxillofacial and Orthodontic specialties.Support clinical procedures, assist with radiographs using CRIS digital systems, and uphold infection control standards.Provide pre- and post-operative instructions; support specialist procedures like IV sedation; maintain compliance with COSHH, IRR, and IRMER 2019.Accurately record patient data, participate in quality assurance, and mentor learners such as dental students and trainee nurses.Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and adhere to GDC standards.Establish effective communication with patients and overcome language or cultural barriers; work flexibly to maintain an efficient service. Be adaptable to working in different clinical environments on short notice and with flexible hours.Demonstrate a highly skilled, team-oriented professional approach with a proactive stance focused on exceptional patient care and career development.

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we''re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

Details

Date posted: 08 September 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for changeBand: Band 5Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year Pro-rataContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Part-timeReference number: 236-SCO-P428-25Job locations: Salford Care Organisation, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD

Job description

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Qualifications

EssentialRegistered with the General Dental CouncilNational Examining Board for Dental Nurses Certificate or equivalentDesirableNEBDN Post qualification in Oral Health Education, or OrthodonticsImpression taking and photography trainingExperience of working in a hospital settingExperience of Orthodontic Dental NursingExperience of Oral Surgery Dental Nursing

Post qualifications

EssentialCertificate in Conscious Sedation for Dental NursingCertificate in Dental RadiographyDisclosure and sponsorship

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be necessary. 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.UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers website for ..... full job details .....