NR244845 - Dental Nurse

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team at Aberdeen Dental Hospital and Institute of Dentistry to the post of Band 4 Dental Nurse.

You will possess a registerable qualification - NEBDN National certificate, SVQ & PDA Dental Nursing Level 3 or equivalent. Have relevant clinical experience Dental Nursing with a comprehensive knowledge of various treatments and techniques including Orthodontics & Implants and have full registration with the GDC including up to date CPD.

The post holder will provide high-quality chairside support to clinicians across a range of dental specialties, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred care within a busy hospital setting. The post holder will also contribute to clinical support of trainee dental nurses.

This a part time post, 22.5 hours per week on days – Monday, Tuesday & Thursdays but may be subject to change. Working times are 8.30am - 4.30pm.

Excellent interpersonal, organisational & IT skills are essential for this role along with a forward thinking outlook and the ability to act quickly to meet the dental patient’s needs.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 6th June 2026

Informal enquiries to: Jenna Davidson, Senior Charge Dental Nurse on 01224 559654 or via email at jenna.davidson2@nhs.scot

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.

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