Community Dental Therapist
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Abergavenny, NP7 7EGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£40,559 to £48,841
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
4 November 2026
12 days leftJob description
There is a part time post available based in Nevill Hall Hospital. The post holder is required to work two days in Nevill Hall Hospital and two days i...
To provide oral health promotion, education, and prevention and clinical dental care that has been prescribed by a dentist or via Direct Access arrangements as per General Dental Council (GDC) standards of competencies for vulnerable adults and children. This will include care in clinics, mobile dental units, care homes, hospitals, and patient's home.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in TRAC.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Dental Therapy and Dental Hygiene or equivalent
- Trained in providing Direct Access to patients as per GDC guidance
- Registration with the General Dental Council
Desirable: - Post Graduate Certificate in Education and Training; - Certificate in Oral Health Education course
Experience
Essential
- Able to provide direct access to adults and children
- Competent in being able to provide oral health promotion, education, prevention and dental care for children and adults
- Experience in working independently
- Experience in providing Direct Access as per GDC guidance
Desirable
- Carrying out dental health programmes
- Experience in providing inhalation sedation
- Working in different sites i.e domiciliary care or mobile dental units
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
21 October 2026
Last checked
23 October 2026
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