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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Dental Nurse

The closing date is 07 November 2026

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate GDC registered dental nurse, to join our Oral Health and Maxillofacial Outpatient team at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. We can offer the opportunity to work in an interesting and challenging environment with continuing professional development opportunities.

As a GDC registered nurse, you will work alongside, Registered Staff Nurses, Registered Nursing Associates, Health Care Support Workers, Housekeeper and other healthcare professionals. We have onsite x-ray facilities, sterile services, photography, phlebotomy, an inhouse laboratory and histopathology support.

This part-time post is rotational across the above clinics and 33.25 hours a week.

The Oral Health Department is based on Level 2, Outpatients West, at the NNUH.

Main duties of the job

This varied role, works across a range of clinics including orthodontics, orthognathic, restorative, head and neck, maxillofacial services, new patient assessment and minor oral surgery. The successful candidate will also develop skills relevant to these areas.

We require a GDC Registered Dental Nurse to assist with the above clinics. Experience desirable, although not essential, as full inhouse training will be given.

We welcome applications from GDC Dental Nurses who are motivated to learn, adaptable, and passionate about delivering high standards of care, infection prevention and clinical safety, in addition to maintaining patient dignity and comfort and promoting a positive patient experience.

About us

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Details

Date posted

31 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

234-26-B1194

Job locations

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Norwich

NR4 7UY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6133 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role

Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6133 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role

Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• National Certificate in Dental Nursing with significant experience
• GDC Registered
• To keep abreast of clinical developments within the department relating to scope of work to ensure standards of service are maintained and enhanced.

Experience

Essential

• Previous hospital experience
• Experience within a multi-disciplinary team

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication and patient handling skills and a personable nature
• The ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team with a flexible approach.
• IT Experience and knowledge of hospital systems.

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focus, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• National Certificate in Dental Nursing with significant experience
• GDC Registered
• To keep abreast of clinical developments within the department relating to scope of work to ensure standards of service are maintained and enhanced.

Experience

Essential

• Previous hospital experience
• Experience within a multi-disciplinary team

Skills, abilities and knowledge

Essential

• Excellent communication and patient handling skills and a personable nature
• The ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team with a flexible approach.
• IT Experience and knowledge of hospital systems.

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focus, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Norwich

NR4 7UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Norwich

NR4 7UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sister in Oral health

Anita Bayes

[email protected]

01603288351

Details

Date posted

31 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

234-26-B1194

Job locations

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Norwich

NR4 7UY

United Kingdom

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