About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and adaptable individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support the delivery of high-quality dental care. Applicants must be a qualified Dental Nurse post-qualification experience. A good standard of education, alongside the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, is essential.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will primarily be based at their designated clinic; however, flexibility is required as there may be occasions when support is needed across Lancashire Care Dental Service to provide cover for annual leave, sickness absence, and service demands.
We are committed to supporting professional development and offer opportunities to undertake post-registration qualifications, including sedation and intravenous (IV) sedation training. In addition, you will have access to a comprehensive programme of in-house Continuing Professional Development (CPD), clinical supervision, and ongoing learning opportunities to support your career progression.
About us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Dental Nurse Registered with the GDC
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Knowledge of the local dental situation
- Able to meet agreed objectives
Experience
Essential
- Administrative Experience
- Experience of assisting chairside in the dental surgery
- Experience of assisting chairside in the dental surgery within the last 2 years
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to work in a non-judgemental manner
- The ability to recognise one's own limitations
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
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Dental Urgent & Routine Care Ringway
Preston
PR1 1EL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lscft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)