Job summary PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY IS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF SUFFOLK DENTAL COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANY (CIC) To be part of a wider dental team providing dental nurse support and work alongside dentists, dental therapists/hygienists, receptionists in the care of service users. This will include assisting in the full range of dental care provided to service users of the dental service from supporting with routine examinations to advanced specialist treatments. Main duties of the job Monitor service users, identify any complications and take the necessary actions consistent with agreed local and national protocols. Record treatment, for example, baseline charting, clinical treatments, and periodontal charting from the dental operators instructions. Anticipate the operators requirements across a broad range of clinical procedures; practising four-handed dentistry to improve speed, efficiency, and comfort for the service user Assist the dental operator in the provision of dental treatment and to supervise the service user until they are fit to leave the dental service To build a strong external image of clinical excellence for the organisation and create opportunities to enhance the profile of the social enterprise and its services, ensuring high social responsibility. Act within other professional laws and systems including Health and Safety, Freedom of Information Act and Data Protection Legislation. About us About Us If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be We want you to be amazing Would you like to make a difference and fulfil your greatest potential? We have exciting opportunities to advance your career and expand your skills in a supportive and progressive environment. Come and join our amazing team in our brand new state-of-the-art dental facility and truly make a difference to the local people in Suffolk and North East Essex. Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number DNCM001 Job locations James Hehir building University Ave, Ipswich Suffolk IP3 0FS Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities For the full list of job duties and responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Salary starting from £25,000 per annum. Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities For the full list of job duties and responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Salary starting from £25,000 per annum. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Good standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent National Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 or equivalent Registered with the General Dental Council Desirable Certificate for the examination in the care of the service user by the awarding body, the National Examination Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) Certificate in Dental Radiography NEBDN Oral Health Certificate in Oral Health Education (or equivalent) OR Certificate in Extended duties Dental Nursing Willing to work towards at least one of the above qualifications. Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Good standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent National Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 or equivalent Registered with the General Dental Council Desirable Certificate for the examination in the care of the service user by the awarding body, the National Examination Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) Certificate in Dental Radiography NEBDN Oral Health Certificate in Oral Health Education (or equivalent) OR Certificate in Extended duties Dental Nursing Willing to work towards at least one of the above qualifications. 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 University of Suffolk Address James Hehir building University Ave, Ipswich Suffolk IP3 0FS Employer's website https://www.uos.ac.uk/content/working-university-suffolk-0 (Opens in a new tab)