We have an exciting opportunity for two Registered Dental Nurses to work as Research Nurses in PDSE on a fixed term basis until 31st March 2026. These positions will ideally commence in mid-November 2024.
There are two opportunities available:
1. 2 days per week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (15 hours)
2. 1 day per week on Wednesdays only (7.5 hours)
Research Nurses will assist with various research projects in PDSE, with particular responsibility for supporting a research project run in partnership with Haleon. This will include clinical support, helping to set up and run trials and projects, as well as administrative support, collecting and processing data, arranging clinics, and helping to develop and manage processes.
These roles will be based in Plymouth, though some projects will involve travel to other DEFs. Expenses incurred will be reimbursed in line with PDSE policy.
Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) is 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 Plymouth’s 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.
These roles include:
1. A starting salary of £31,985 (pro rata). The actual salary will be £6,397 for 1 day per week, or £12,794 for 2 days per week.
2. Access to an online CPD platform
3. Additional CPD at our two company Away Days each year
4. Access to the Scottish Widows pension scheme with generous employer contributions
5. Paid Indemnity Insurance
6. PPE and scrubs provided
7. Opportunity to claim back professional registration fees
8. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
9. Access to our Cycle to Work Scheme
10. Opportunities to share your skills, knowledge, and experience to help shape the future of dentistry
11. Opportunities to contribute to company development through our dedicated ‘team talk’ channels
You must be a qualified Dental Nurse and be registered with the GDC. This post is subject to enhanced clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Fill out our short application form below.
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