Dental Nurse
Powys Teaching Health Board
Brecon, LD3 7NS
Salary
£28,819 to £31,626
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 September 2026
3 days left
Job description
The post is fixed term for 12 months to cover maternity leave. There is an exciting new opportunity for a Dental Nurse to work in Brecon Hospital. The...
The successful applicant will be expected to work as part of the Dental team, preparing and monitoring patients for and during their treatment, providing pre and post-operative instructions.
Responsible for creating and maintaining an environment to provide a high standard of care for patients.
This rewarding role requires working autonomously when anticipating instruments required during procedures carried out by the clinician, mixing materials, and holding instruments in position.
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
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.
Welcome to Powys Teaching Health Board!
Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the people of Powys, mid Wales. As a rural health board with around 133,000 people living across an area that is a quarter of Wales, we provide as many services as possible locally. This is mainly through GPs and other primary care services, community hospitals and community services. As we don't have a District General Hospital, we work closely with other organisations in Wales and England to provide services for the people of Powys. We always strive to deliver as many services in Powys as possible including assessment and follow ups after treatment. The health board also works closely with Powys County Council and the voluntary sector to meet the needs of the community.
Qualification / Knowledge
Essential
- National certificate for DN's or equivalent
- Registered with GDC
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Post basic certificate in any of the following Sedation, SC, Radiography, Oral Health, Orthodontics
- Knowledge of the role of the CDS
Experience
Essential
- Experience of being competent in Dental Administration, prioritising tasks and managing deadlines
- Keyboard skills, outlook, word, Excel
Desirable
- Experience of working with the public, special care pts and the elderly
- Experience of working in an environment where tact, diplomacy and confidentiality required
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work and relate to children and apecial needs
- Ability to use initiativein emergency situations
- Ability to develop good working relationships
- Ability to prioritise and organise clinc/surgery
- Self motivated and able to motivate patients
- Team player
Desirable
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
- Self management and planning skills
- Experience of commitment to QA and Audit
Values
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with people from a variety of backgrounds
- Support and demonstarte PTHB values
- Able to work autonomously
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel in a timely manner to other locations
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
10 August 2026
Last checked
12 August 2026
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