Dental Nurse - Oral Health Directorate

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a Dental Nurse and be part of an experienced, supportive team delivering high-quality oral healthcare to a diverse patient population. Based within Glasgow Dental Hospital, you will work at the heart of a busy and specialist service that supports patients with a wide range of clinical needs, including complex and medically compromised cases.

This is a rewarding, hands-on role where your skills and care will directly enhance patient experience and outcomes. You will work alongside clinicians, students and multidisciplinary colleagues in a leading teaching hospital environment. NHSGGC offers excellent opportunities for professional development, learning and career progression within one of the UK’s largest and most innovative NHS organisations.

Applicants should hold a valid registration as a Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council and provide evidence of continued professional development.

All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Duration: x2 Permanent contract and x1 Fixed Term contract

Location: Glasgow Dental Hospital

Hours: Full Time (36 Hours)

Working Pattern: Monday – Friday 08:45 am – 17:15 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians during dental assessments and treatment procedures, ensuring high standards of patient care
• Prepare and maintain clinical environments, including equipment, instruments and patient records
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues, providing reassurance and support
• Coordinate patient appointments and liaise with multidisciplinary teams to support treatment plans
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with NHS GGC and GDC standards
• Monitor and manage supplies, equipment and stock levels to ensure safe and efficient service delivery
• Contribute to quality improvement, clinical governance and a positive learning environment

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Qualified Dental Nurse with current registration with the General Dental Council.
• Knowledge of dental nursing practice within a secondary care or specialist environment
• Understanding of clinical governance, health and safety and infection control procedures
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a busy clinical setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-focused approach
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning
• Ability to use initiative, manage workload and work independently within the scope of practice

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Stephanie Best, Dental Nurse Manager on Stephanie.Best@nhs.scot or call 0141 211 9763.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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