Job summary We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated, qualified GDC registered Dental Nurse, with recent chairside experience to work within our busy Orthodontic, Outpatient Department. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a progressive and developing environment. We are ideally looking for an individual who would be flexible, you will be based at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle but may be required at times to work at West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven if there is absence within the team. If you are a motivated Dental Nurse and you possess a NEBDN post qualification in Oral Health, Orthodontics or Radiology, or equivalent and wish to gain or expand your experience in Orthodontics please contact: Carly Matthews, Lead Dental Nurse, on 01228 814225 for further details. Main duties of the job The role includes the full range of Clinical and Administrative Dental Nurse duties and as outlined in the job description. Including, independent nurse led clinics, utilising post qualification skills. About us At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time': Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro Rata, Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 262-A-25-7010422 Job locations Orthodontic Department Cumberland Infirmary Carlisle CA2 7HY Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies. The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for all newly registered healthcare professionals. Healthcare Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly. Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helplinenacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email adviceunlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Please note the cost of the DBS check has increased from 2nd December 2024 Standard Check: £21.50 Administration cost of £5.90 £27.40. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 administration cost of £5.90 £55.40. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies. The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for all newly registered healthcare professionals. Healthcare Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly. Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helplinenacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email adviceunlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Please note the cost of the DBS check has increased from 2nd December 2024 Standard Check: £21.50 Administration cost of £5.90 £27.40. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 administration cost of £5.90 £55.40. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability. Person Specification Qualifications Essential National Certificate NEBDN or equivalent education. e.g NVQ Level lll Oral Healthcare At least one post qualification certificate relevant to orthodontics that will allow utilisation of nurse lead clinics: Including but not limited to: NEBDN Certificate in Oral Health, Dental nurse radiography or orthodontic nursing certificate Experience of independent working based on protocol or prescription Curent GDC Registration held Desirable NEBDN Certificate in Orthodontics Certificate in Impression Taking or equivalent Certificate in Clinical Photography or equivalent Certificate in PAR calibration ILS/pILS or equivalent Knowledge & Experience Essential Recent Orthodontic dental nursing experience In depth knowledge of Oral Health issues, special needs and medically compromised patients Skills and training in specialised orthodontic nursing procedure Knowledge of use of audit Knowledge of out patient services Awareness of Trust procedures Awareness of requirements of the post BLS certification or equivalent and knowledge of dental / medical emergencies GDC code of professional conduct Commitment to lifelong learning and personal development plan to demonstrate this Desirable Knowledge of referral process to Orthodontics Understanding of local dental services Experience of Multidisciplinary orthodontic care Experience working in a hospital setting Enhanced certification or experience in managing medical emergencies in dental/ orthodontic practice Teaching and training experience or certification Management experience or course attended Skills and Aptitudes Essential Developed communication and interpersonal skills Able to work independently to educate both patient / parent Able to work in a team Time management skills Decision making skills Ability to work under pressure IT skills Confidence to deal with difficult or aggressive patients Empathetic and able to work with a range of patients Professionalism Personal Circumstances Essential Flexible Empathetic Calm under pressure Adaptable Ability to work cross - site and travel independently across Cumbria Other requirements Essential Equality and Diversity (from KSF core dimension 6- one to be selected) Act in ways that support equality and value diversity (Level 1) Support equality and value diversity (Level 2) For all with managerial responsibilities: Promote equality and value diversity (Level 3) Develop a culture that promotes equality and values diversity (Level 4) Person Specification Qualifications Essential National Certificate NEBDN or equivalent education. e.g NVQ Level lll Oral Healthcare At least one post qualification certificate relevant to orthodontics that will allow utilisation of nurse lead clinics: Including but not limited to: NEBDN Certificate in Oral Health, Dental nurse radiography or orthodontic nursing certificate Experience of independent working based on protocol or prescription Curent GDC Registration held Desirable NEBDN Certificate in Orthodontics Certificate in Impression Taking or equivalent Certificate in Clinical Photography or equivalent Certificate in PAR calibration ILS/pILS or equivalent Knowledge & Experience Essential Recent Orthodontic dental nursing experience In depth knowledge of Oral Health issues, special needs and medically compromised patients Skills and training in specialised orthodontic nursing procedure Knowledge of use of audit Knowledge of out patient services Awareness of Trust procedures Awareness of requirements of the post BLS certification or equivalent and knowledge of dental / medical emergencies GDC code of professional conduct Commitment to lifelong learning and personal development plan to demonstrate this Desirable Knowledge of referral process to Orthodontics Understanding of local dental services Experience of Multidisciplinary orthodontic care Experience working in a hospital setting Enhanced certification or experience in managing medical emergencies in dental/ orthodontic practice Teaching and training experience or certification Management experience or course attended Skills and Aptitudes Essential Developed communication and interpersonal skills Able to work independently to educate both patient / parent Able to work in a team Time management skills Decision making skills Ability to work under pressure IT skills Confidence to deal with difficult or aggressive patients Empathetic and able to work with a range of patients Professionalism Personal Circumstances Essential Flexible Empathetic Calm under pressure Adaptable Ability to work cross - site and travel independently across Cumbria Other requirements Essential Equality and Diversity (from KSF core dimension 6- one to be selected) Act in ways that support equality and value diversity (Level 1) Support equality and value diversity (Level 2) For all with managerial responsibilities: Promote equality and value diversity (Level 3) Develop a culture that promotes equality and values diversity (Level 4) Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Address Orthodontic Department Cumberland Infirmary Carlisle CA2 7HY Employer's website https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)