Dental Nurse
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Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust Dental Nurse
The closing date is 12 November 2026
Job summary
Do you like to feel that you have made a difference to someone's dental experience? If so, this is the job for you An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified dental nurse with a post graduate diploma in sedation to join our team at Leeds Community Dental Services. IV sedation is a desirable for this role. We are a city-wide service with clinics at Yeadon, Middleton and Chapeltown and you would be expected to work from all 3 of these clinics. As a team we are committed to providing a high-quality service to our community and committed to developing as a team Good written, verbal and communication skills are essential and previous knowledge of dental software/systems would be desirable although training will be provided. Main duties of the job Your primary responsibility will be to provide clinical and administrative support to Consultants, Specialists, Senior Dental Officers, Dental Officers and Dental Therapists in a wide range of treatments for our client base which includes adults and children, patients with complex medical, social/mental health needs and Dental phobics. You would support and work with the dental nursing team in providing care to our patient base under the direction of the Dental Nurse lead within that clinic. You would be part of a small group of Dental nurses who have the post graduate qualification in Sedation and work with our Dentists and Therapists who are qualified in IV and Inhalation sedation.
Main duties of the job
1. Clinical 1.1. The post holder will implement programmes of care within the limits of the procedures and pathways in which they have achieved competence. 1.2. Support and chair-side and clerical assistance to Consultants, Specialists, Senior Dental Officers, Dental Officers and Dental Therapists 1.3. Demonstrates developed physical skills obtained through practice and training e.g. accuracy, dexterity and coordination to assemble and dismantle specialist equipment, prepare and present materials and medicaments, manipulate delicate dental instruments 1.4. Works to standards of proficiency identified by their professional and regulatory bodies performing clinical treatments/procedures to a competent standard 1.5. Evaluates individual need in order to prioritise booking 1.6. Evaluates and assesses progress, condition or levels post-treatment ensuring that the patient is fit to leave the premises 1.7. Able to identify risk or changes in condition and are responsible for taking action and alerting the appropriate staff member 1.8. Exchanges factual information with service users using, reassurance, tact, persuasion and empathy and addressing barriers to understanding to engage the individual in their dental care and gain valid consent; ensure that all discussions are recorded in an accurate and timely manner in the patient record 1.9. Engages and actively involves the individual and, if appropriate, their family/carer, in their assessment, programme of treatment and/or care For more Information about this Job, please contact - Allison Lynch Dental nurse team leader: 07507 779944 Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role. Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.
About us
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust Who are we? Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring. Perks of the job Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab. Right to Work Please see the link below for information on Eligibility for Sponsorship from Leeds Community Healthcare Trust. This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPD1A55CB9
Job locations
Leeds Community Healthcare Trust
Leeds
LS19 7PS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
General Requirements
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Desirable
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General Requirements
Essential
- Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.
Desirable
- Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section.
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
Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Leeds Community Healthcare Trust
Leeds
LS19 7PS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Leeds Community Healthcare Trust
Leeds
LS19 7PS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Dental nurse team leader
Allison Lynch
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPD1A55CB9
Job locations
Leeds Community Healthcare Trust
Leeds
LS19 7PS
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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