Dental Nurse: Dental Public Health (Band 5)

Band 5 Dental Nurse – NHS Trust

About ProMedical

ProMedical partners with NHS Trusts, Community Healthcare Organisations and independent healthcare providers to deliver high-quality clinical workforce solutions across a range of healthcare services.

Our clinicians play a vital role in delivering safe, compassionate and patient-centred care while supporting healthcare providers with experienced, highly skilled professionals. We are committed to maintaining the highest clinical standards and helping healthcare organisations provide outstanding dental services to their local communities.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Band 5 Dental Nurse to join a leading NHS Trust in the South West of England.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary dental team, you will support dentists and specialists in delivering high-quality dental care across a variety of clinical settings. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team committed to providing exceptional patient care while contributing to the smooth and efficient running of dental services.

Key Details

Role: Band 5 Dental Nurse

Location: South West England

Employer: NHS Trust

Schedule: Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities available

Shift Length: Various shift patterns available

Start Date: Immediate and ongoing opportunities available

Payroll: Weekly

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide chairside assistance during a wide range of dental and oral surgery procedures.

• Prepare, clean and maintain dental surgeries and equipment to the highest infection prevention and control standards.

• Decontaminate, sterilise and manage dental instruments in accordance with HTM 01-05 guidance.

• Support clinicians in delivering high-quality patient care across outpatient, community and specialist dental services.

• Reassure and support patients throughout their treatment, promoting a positive patient experience.

• Maintain accurate patient records using electronic clinical systems.

• Assist with radiography procedures where appropriately trained and authorised.

• Monitor and maintain stock levels, ordering clinical supplies as required.

• Work collaboratively with dentists, hygienists, therapists, consultants and the wider multidisciplinary team.

• Adhere to all Trust policies, safeguarding procedures, clinical governance and health and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

Applicants must:

• Hold the National Diploma in Dental Nursing (NEBDN) or an equivalent recognised qualification.

• Be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) as a Dental Nurse.

• Have recent experience working within an NHS dental service, community dental service, hospital dental department or general dental practice.

• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and patient care skills.

• Have a sound understanding of cross-infection control, decontamination procedures and current dental regulations.

• Be confident working within a busy clinical environment as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Be familiar with electronic patient record systems.

• Meet all required NHS compliance standards, including occupational health and mandatory training.

• Have the right to work in the UK (please note we do not offer visa sponsorship).

Why Join ProMedical

Working with ProMedical offers experienced Dental Nurses access to rewarding opportunities within a respected NHS Trust in the South West of England.

You'll benefit from:

• Competitive Band 5 pay rates.

• Flexible working patterns.

• Weekly payroll.

• Dedicated onboarding and compliance support.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.

• Opportunities within a supportive NHS multidisciplinary team.

• Long-term, ongoing and ad hoc assignments available.

• The opportunity to gain valuable experience across a range of specialist dental services.

Apply Now

If you're a compassionate and motivated Band 5 Dental Nurse looking for your next opportunity within an NHS Trust in the South West of England, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to register your interest and speak with our team about current and upcoming Dental Nurse opportunities.