Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
5 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Ability to travel between clinics as and when necessary. Welsh speaking
- Values
Awareness of the importance of Confidentiality Able to work effectively in a team Self motivated and enthusiastic person Willingness to learn Flexible, reliable and adaptable Caring and considerate to others Ability to cope under pressure
- Experience
Clerical/Secretarial experience Numeracy and cash handling Previous NHS experience WPAS and Welsh Clinical Portal References Job application Skills Clear, legible
- Aptitude and Abilities
Clear, legible handwriting Good verbal and written communication skills Good organisational skills Able to work to deadlines and prioritise tasks Typing/Word processing Maintaining Confidentiality Good secretarial skills Good time management skills Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Able to demonstrate English and Mathematical skills RSA Stage 2 or equivalent NVQ 3 in Administration/Information Technology
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Values
Ability to learn, comprehend and work within Health Board’s policies and procedures
- Experience
Previous NHS experience
- Aptitude and Abilities
Able to use electronic information systems and word processing packages Knowledge of medical and dental terminology
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge
NVQ II Admin/customer care.
Job overview
Secretary / Receptionist
Band 3
NORTH WALES COMMUNITY DENTAL SERVICE
Based at Ty Nerys, Glan Clwyd Hospital.
Full Time - 37½ hours
PERMANENT
The postholder will provide a Secretarial / Receptionist service to the department, being the first point of contact for visitors and patients to the service. This can involve dealing with sensitive and potentially difficult / stressful situations in a calm and sensitive manner. The post also requires providing secretarial / administrative support to the CDS Administration team
Welsh is essential for this role, excellent organisational skills and IT skills as well as working to deadlines are essential qualities for this role.
If you would like more general information please contact the Senior Dental Nurse on: 07799342072.
Main duties of the job
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post
Job Summary/Job Purpose: Working with the North Wales Community Dental Services. Working closely with and providing support to qualified staff in order to ensure the smooth running of clinics ensuring safe patient focused care at all times.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
The postholder will be an important part of a Multidisciplinary team and will provide comprehensive secretarial /administrative and clerical support to North Wales Community Service.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Welsh language skills are essential
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This advert is for Dental Receptionist Secretary with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in Rhyl, Wales. It is listed as a Band 3 Receptionist role. The advertised salary is £26,813 - £27,890 per annum. The contract type is Permanent: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours. The application deadline is 04 Oct 2026.
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