Job Description

A fantastic opportunity exists to join The Oxfordshire Community Dental Service as a Dental Receptionist!
We are a Countywide Dental Service providing a range of Special Care Dental treatment tailored to meet the individual needs of the patient whilst ensuring access.
We are currently looking to recruit an experienced, motivated Receptionist with excellent front of house and communication skills to work within our Witney Dental Clinic. The clinic provides specialist, emergency and routine dental treatment for patients within priority groups.
Applicants who have applied in the last 3 months need not apply.
Main duties of the job
To provide cover for comprehensive reception function as part of a frontline team to deliver high quality service to patients and staff. The post holder will liaise extensively with patients and staff and make all appointments for patients. In addition, there is responsibility for accurate financial transactions including banking, reconciliation and debt collection. May be required to cover at other sites across Oxfordshire.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount
• Pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups

Details
Date posted
08 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year Pro Rata | Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
267-CH6976333-4C
Job locations
Witney Dental Clinic
Welch Way, Witney Community Hospital, Witney
Oxon
OX28 6JJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. Job description
Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential

• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Experience of Microsoft Packages including Outlook & TEAMS
• Proven experience working in administrative/receptionist role

Desirable

• Experience in using dental patient system R4

Further Training or Job Related Aptitude & Skills
Essential

• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workload

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience of administrator/receptionist role

Desirable

• NHS Experience
• Experience working within Dental Practice
• Experience of handling cash, receipts & banking procedures

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Flexible for when you are asked to cover at short notice another clinic
• Work well under pressure and with possible distractions

Contractual Requirements or other requirements
Essential

• Own car or access to alternative travel for business use

Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential

• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Experience of Microsoft Packages including Outlook & TEAMS
• Proven experience working in administrative/receptionist role

Desirable

• Experience in using dental patient system R4

Further Training or Job Related Aptitude & Skills
Essential

• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workload

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience of administrator/receptionist role

Desirable

• NHS Experience
• Experience working within Dental Practice
• Experience of handling cash, receipts & banking procedures

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Flexible for when you are asked to cover at short notice another clinic
• Work well under pressure and with possible distractions

Contractual Requirements or other requirements
Essential

• Own car or access to alternative travel for business use