Job Description

It is essential that the candidate have the motivation and enthusiasm to learn new skills in this specialized environment.
This is an ideal opportunity to develop and expand your knowledge and skills in a highly dynamic setting.

• Interest in Maxillofacial would be desirable.
• Recent hospital experience
• You must demonstrate good communication skills
• You must have good interpersonal skills
• Demonstration of professional development is essential.

We can offer

• Training and support
• Friendly and supportive environment
• Flexible working

Additional contact information
For an informal visit please contact Charge Nurse, Lisa Harper or Senior Dental Nurse Kerry Billany on 01482 468318
Main duties of the job
The Main Duties of the Job that can be included are:

• The Registered Dental Nurse is to work alongside the Registered General Nurses and Healthcare Assistants in providing care for Maxillofacial and Orthodontic Patients within the unit.

• To work alongside the Maxillofacial Consultants, Orthodontic consultant, Restorative Consultant and therapists in providing chair side assistance with orthodontic treatment.

• To work alongside the maxillofacial doctors in providing assistance in Minor Oral Surgery.

• To provide high quality imaging in undertaking X-rays for patients as required.

• To assist Consultants as chaperones in Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery Clinics.

• To attend and assist Emergency Trauma Clinics on a rotation basis which includes weekend working.

• To provide high quality care in relation to their registration, following correct policy and guidelines.

• To assist the housekeeper in ensuring stock is well maintained.

• Support Management in achieving require audits and targets.

• Ensuring adequate equipment in place as needed and the uptake of this equipment and liaising with others as necessary.

• Keep up to date with mandatory training and participate in department meetings.

• Regular Appraisals

About us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over 1.3 billion.Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.
Details
Date posted
14 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
31,049 to 37,796 a year PR PA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
356-25-7608930
Job locations
Castle Hill Hospital
Castle Road
Cottingham
HU16 5JQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. You can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post by assessing your circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. You can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post by assessing your circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• RDN qualification
• NEBN and or an appropriate qualification or equivalent
• Hold one or more of the following post reg qualifications NEBDN certificate in oral health, NEBDN in orthodontic nursing, NEBDN certificate in dental radiography

Desirable

• Fluoride varnish application certificate

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• post qualification chairside experience, demonstrating knowledge of dental treatments, procedures and the referral process

Desirable

• Experience with assisting provision of care GA/LA,
• Experience with provision of care for patients undergoing orthodontic treatment
• Experience with assisting provision of care undergoing restorative treatment

Skills and aptitudes
Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Competent in basic MS office and IT applications
• Ability to deal with patients needs in a caring and sensitive manner
• To be efficient and accurate in record keeping

Desirable

• Enhanced IT skills with the ability to roster and block clinics

Personal circumstances
Essential

• Enthusiasm, drive and commitment
• Ability to maintain good relationships with colleagues within various teams
• Able to travel in order to meet service needs

Desirable

• Ability to diffuse confrontational situations and de-escalation

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• RDN qualification
• NEBN and or an appropriate qualification or equivalent
• Hold one or more of the following post reg qualifications NEBDN certificate in oral health, NEBDN in orthodontic nursing, NEBDN certificate in dental radiography

Desirable

• Fluoride varnish application certificate

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• post qualification chairside experience, demonstrating knowledge of dental treatments, procedures and the referral process

Desirable

• Experience with assisting provision of care GA/LA,
• Experience with provision of care for patients undergoing orthodontic treatment
• Experience with assisting provision of care undergoing restorative treatment

Skills and aptitudes
Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills
• Competent in basic MS office and IT applications
• Ability to deal with patients needs in a caring and sensitive manner
• To be efficient and accurate in record keeping

Desirable

• Enhanced IT skills with the ability to roster and block clinics

Personal circumstances
Essential

• Enthusiasm, drive and commitment
• Ability to maintain good relationships with colleagues within various teams
• Able to travel in order to meet service needs

Desirable

• Ability to diffuse confrontational situations and de-escalation

Skills Required