Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Dental Nurse to join our team on a Fixed term maternity cover basis, based in Truro. We are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly Dental Nurse who is interested in working in our state-of-the-art dental education facilities supporting the education of students who are studying to become a Dentist or Hygiene Therapist. Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) are an award-winning Social Enterprise and Community Interest Company. We provide NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall and we work closely with the University of Plymouths Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of its dental healthcare students. As a social enterprise, we are a values driven organisation with a focus on patient-centred care and addressing local oral health needs. Main duties of the job Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures About us Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) are an award-winning Social Enterprise and Community Interest Company. We provide NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall and we work closely with the University of Plymouths Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of dental healthcare students. As a social enterprise, we are a values driven organisation with a focus on patient-centred care and addressing local oral health needs. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £27,855 to £31,199 a year Pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number P0007-24-0045 Job locations Peninsula Dental School Treliske Truro Cornwall TR1 3HD Job description Job responsibilities The role holder will support the provision of primary care dentistry on our undergraduate student clinics as well as providing chairside assistance to our general dental practitioners. Key accountabilities: Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures Measures of success: Successful outcomes to items listed in role summary and other delegated tasks Successful delivery of key priorities and objectives agreed with manager and as part of the performance development review Positive customer feedback Meets deadlines Manages competing demands Knowledge, Education and Training: Dental Nurse, registered with the General Dental Council Additional dental qualifications are desirable but not essential Excellent numeracy and literacy skills Computer literacy, including competence with Microsoft Office and R4. Full training will be given Experience: Evidence of work in a dental environment Skills Ability to work as an individual within a team environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Understanding of how internal processes can impact on organisational performance Able to prioritise and move between tasks to meet deadlines Able to travel independently within the Peninsula Behaviours Demonstrates self-leadership Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment at all times Demonstrates commitment and support to PDSE, to PDSE managers and to colleagues Uses initiative to start and complete tasks without direct supervision Takes ownership of tasks Uses own expertise and uses it to develop others Supports others to achieve goals Forms good working relationships with colleagues to achieve successful outcomes Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing demands Uses full range of knowledge of dental procedures, including any specialist knowledge, to support patient care Job description Job responsibilities The role holder will support the provision of primary care dentistry on our undergraduate student clinics as well as providing chairside assistance to our general dental practitioners. Key accountabilities: Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures Measures of success: Successful outcomes to items listed in role summary and other delegated tasks Successful delivery of key priorities and objectives agreed with manager and as part of the performance development review Positive customer feedback Meets deadlines Manages competing demands Knowledge, Education and Training: Dental Nurse, registered with the General Dental Council Additional dental qualifications are desirable but not essential Excellent numeracy and literacy skills Computer literacy, including competence with Microsoft Office and R4. Full training will be given Experience: Evidence of work in a dental environment Skills Ability to work as an individual within a team environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Understanding of how internal processes can impact on organisational performance Able to prioritise and move between tasks to meet deadlines Able to travel independently within the Peninsula Behaviours Demonstrates self-leadership Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment at all times Demonstrates commitment and support to PDSE, to PDSE managers and to colleagues Uses initiative to start and complete tasks without direct supervision Takes ownership of tasks Uses own expertise and uses it to develop others Supports others to achieve goals Forms good working relationships with colleagues to achieve successful outcomes Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing demands Uses full range of knowledge of dental procedures, including any specialist knowledge, to support patient care Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of work in a dental environment Person Specification Experience Essential Evidence of work in a dental environment 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. 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. 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 Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC Address Peninsula Dental School Treliske Truro Cornwall TR1 3HD Employer's website https://peninsuladental.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)