Dental Nurse

As an

experienced member of the dental team, you will provide essential chairside

support and carry out a range of clinical and administrative duties to ensure

the smooth and efficient running of our dental clinics. The post holder will

support clinicians in delivering highquality treatment for both adults and

children, including patients who are medically compromised or have additional

needs such as learning disabilities or dental anxiety.

will contribute to a wide variety of clinical activities across our community

dental sites, providing assistance for routine and complex procedures. The role

also includes supporting general anaesthetic sessions in theatre, helping to

maintain the highest standards of safety and patient care.

may additionally be involved in screening programmes, epidemiology, and

research activities, while adhering to all relevant policies, procedures, and

infection prevention standards.

you will be allocated a base location, flexibility is essential. You will work

across multiple clinics within South Tyneside, Sunderland, and Gateshead to

support service delivery. This is a MondaytoFriday role, requiring

adaptability and a commitment to providing excellent care across the

region.

This

post is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure.

Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,

and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we

may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Physical Skills

Essential: - Car driver and valid driving license; - Ability to use electronic resources to input, save and provide data and information.

Skills and Knowledge

Experience

Desirable: - Dental Nursing Experience:; - Relative Analgesia; - Intravenous Sedation; - General Anaesthetic

Qualifications