Senior Dental Nurse

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Dental Nurse to work within our friendly and enthusiastic Community Dental Team.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated senior dental nurse to work as part of the Community Dental Service at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust to support the leadership of the dental nursing team. Our service provides a high standard of care and the best possible experience for our diverse group of patients. The post holder would be expected to travel to different clinical sites across South Tyneside, Sunderland and Gateshead.

The post holder will be responsible for the day to day line management of staff and clinics as well as to support the development of the dental nursing team to ensure the smooth running of the service. They will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills to work alongside other senior nurses within the dental nursing team. They must hold current registration with the GDC, a recognised post qualification and have evidence of leadership skills.

Main duties of the job

You will be joining a team of over 50 experienced dental professionals including dentists, nurses, therapists, oral health promoters and admin staff who work at clinics across Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead as well as delivering treatment on South Tyneside and Sunderland hospital sites.

You will be responsible for the day to day line management of dental nurses across all localities, ensuring that a high standard of clinical care is maintained at all times. You will also provide Senior Dental Nurse support throughout the dental care and treatment of adults and children with special needs.

You will be provided with a base clinic when appointed but will be expected to work flexibly across different clinics across South Tyneside, Sunderland and Gateshead.

Educational opportunities are available to develop skills and knowledge with ongoing education and continuous professional development.

About us

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 workforce's health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for work and clinic allocation to ensure the smooth facilitation of all dental clinics across South Tyneside, Gateshead and Sunderland.

To provide the day to day first line management to dental nurses and oversee the administration team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ level 3 in dental nursing.
• National Dental Nursing post qualification NVQ level 4.
• Registration with the General Dental Council.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge in all areas of dental nursing.
• Up to date knowledge of prevention & control infection procedures.
• Able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to demonstrate analytical/judgemental skills.
• Flexible approach to day to day working.
• Reliable evidence of CPD and strong commitment to development of dental nursing.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Kodak R4 Computer system.
• Knowledge of special needs conditions and experience of assisting with challenging behaviours, children, medically compromised and phobic adults.

Physical Skills

Essential

• Able to meet the travel requirements to fulfil the role.

Experience

Essential

• General dental nursing experience.
• Experience of managing and supervising staff.

Desirable

• Management/leadership qualification.

Employer details

Employer name: South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address: South Tyneside District Hospital, Harton Lane, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 0PL