Job overview
We are looking for a registered dental nurse with an additional post qualification in OH/IV.
You will be required to use your post qualification to benefit the needs our service users.
As a band 5 registered dental nurse for HCT you will be responsible for supporting the dental team to ensure the service user's needs are met through high quality dental care. As a specialist service for patients with additional needs you will offer a patient centered approach.
*Proposed interview date: 28th July 2026*
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical work while assisting both the dentist during routine clinical appointments and nurse led clinics , we offer a high level of care for our cohort group.
You will be expected to manage and run nurse led clinics using your post qualification in OH/IV to support and maintain the needs of our patients.
Thank you for choosing to work for the Special Care Dental service within HCT, you will find it a great place to work with many benefits offered.
We provide all the support and finance to maintain your mandatory training and CPD.
We have a vacancy for 3 band 5 roles at our Hemel Hempstead and Cheshunt clinic.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Alongside all routine dental nursing duties, you will:
Carry out nurse led clinics using your post qualification in Oral health or assisting during IV clinics. As a band 5 nurse you will be required to see a minimum number of patients within the nurse led clinic to maintain your band 5 status.
You will be expected to assist the dental surgeon in the provision of a complete range of NHS dental care to include treatment under inhalation sedation, general anaesthesia or IV sedation where appropriate.
Accurately record treatment using the R4 dental electronic system, including charting from the dentist’s instructions at the time of treatment.
You will be required to participate in the annual individual performance review process.
You will be required to carry out other appropriate duties commensurate with the post.e.g school visits, home visits and Epidemiology.
Your base will be specified but you will be expected to work at any of the Special Care Dental Service sites throughout Hertfordshire to cover staff sickness/Annual Leave/Study leave when required.
There may be the need for you to sit or stand in restricted positions and be able to to be able to respond to unexpected changes of treatment plan. This may involve the movement of bulky heavy equipment e.g. hoists.
There will be occasional direct exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances such as during the treatment of very sick children or patients with challenging behaviour
Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.
Person specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, including being able to communicate with patients who may have barriers to understanding.
- Examples of ability to work as part of a team.
- Evidence of working on own initiative.
- Proven organisational skills.
- Examples of Ability to deal with patients who are extremely nervous and/or phobic.
- Evidence of a patient log to evidence direct patient facing aspect of their role.
Desirable
- Effective interpersonal skills.
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence based experience gained from post qualification
- Evidence based knowledge of IT systems, accessing e-mails, data entry.
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and ethical guidelines
Desirable
- Experience working with adults and children with a range of additional needs.
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Dental Nursing Qualification - National Certificate or NVQ Level 3
- Post qualification in Oral Health/Radiography held for a min of 2 years
- Registration with General Dental Council.
- Full UK driving licence
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This advert is for Dental Nurse with Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust in Welwyn Garden City, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Dental nurse role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 17 Jul 2026.
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