About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a motivated, adaptable, and patient-focused Band 4 Dental Nurse to join our hospital dental team in a full-time, permanent position.
This exciting opportunity is for a "Float Dental Nurse", working flexibly across a wide range of dental specialties. You will play a vital role in supporting clinical teams wherever service demand is highest, ensuring high-quality patient care is consistently delivered.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilitieso Provide high-quality chairside support to clinicians across multiple dental specialtieso Work flexibly across departments including (but not limited to): Oral Surgery, Restorative Dentistry, Orthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, and Special Care Dentistryo Maintain a high standard of infection prevention and control in accordance with TRUST POLICIESo Assist in the preparation and maintenance of clinical environments and equipmento Deliver excellent patient care, ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety at all timeso Support clinical teams in managing patient flow efficientlyo Maintain accurate clinical records in line with Trust standardso About YouWe are looking for someone who is:o A fully qualified and GDC-registered Dental Nurseo Experienced in a hospital or multi-specialty dental setting (desirable)o Flexible, adaptable, and able to work across different teams and environmentso A strong communicator with excellent organisational skillso Committed to delivering high standards of patient careo Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
What We Offero NHS pension schemeo Generous annual leave entitlemento Opportunities for training and career developmento Supportive and inclusive working environmento Access to staff wellbeing initiatives
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Working for UsYou will be joining a dynamic and supportive dental team committed to delivering excellent care to a diverse patient population. As a Float Dental Nurse, you will gain valuable exposure across a wide range of specialties, developing your skills and broadening your experience within a hospital setting.We do not accept applications from previous candidates who have applied within the last 6 months.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications Essential
NEBDN and/or an appropriate professional qualification or equivalent General Dental Council registration
Desirable
Post Qualification Certificate
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a clinical setting
Desirable
Experience of working in the specialty
Skills and Abilities Essential
Maintain accurate patient's files/X-rays transfer data to database display an appreciation for the importance of this. Ability to work under own initiative without direct supervision. Ability to work as part of a team with a professional approach towards work and colleagues.
Desirable
IT skills - Maintain personal Record and general information data entry, text processing.
Personal and People Development Essential
Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with GDC registration, maintains updated Personal development plan, as per GDC requirements.
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential
Understand the Equality Act 2010, duties, roles, and responsibilities for UCLH, staff. Treat everyone who comes into contact with us with dignity, respect, and compassion. Place a high value on diversity and fairness. Understand the UCLH values, vision, and objectives
Specific Requirements Essential
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by: oKnowledge relating to legislation in: oThe disposal of clinical and other hazardous waste oRadiography oHealth and Safety Decontamination oMedical devices. Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting your work. This includes, but is not limited to, those relating to: o data protection
Desirable
Flexible approach to working hours.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
47-49 Huntley Street
London
WC1E 6DG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)