Registered Dental Nurse Link Grade Band 4-5
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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Registered Dental Nurse Link Grade Band 4-5
The closing date is 17 November 2026
Job summary
*This role requires the applicant to be registered with the General Dental Council*
Our Dental Nurses work collaboratively with Dentists, Surgeons, Dental Therapists and Registered General Nurses to achieve a high standard of care and the best possible experience for our diverse group of patients.
If you would like to be part of our expanding and dynamic dental nursing team then this is your opportunity.
Main duties of the job
To be successful in joining our team, you should be flexible, well organized, with a professional friendly manner and demonstrate excellent communication skills. You should be able to use your own judgement to resolve issues, and have a tactful, sensitive approach to dealing with occasionally difficult situations. You should be able to work well under pressure with a flexible approach to work and a willingness to suggest ideas for improvements. In return we will encourage your professional development by ensuring you gain experience in all aspects of our service, whilst enhancing your skills and knowledge through a personal development plan.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk.
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
321-NOTSS-8296290-B4
Job locations
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX39DU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Overall purpose of post
- To assist Medical and Dental professionals within the specialty. This will include Maxillofacial Surgeons, Orthodontists, Restorative and Cleft Specialists.
- Promoting and coordinating the delivery of evidenced based care to these groups of patients.
- Be accountable for the wellbeing of a patient during treatment.
- Assist the Principal Dental nurses and Department Sister in the day to day management of the department.
- Work together with the entire multi disciplinary team in developing a culture that meets the needs of the patients effectively and efficiently.
- Communicate effectively with other healthcare providers and Primary Care teams.
- Develop and perform additional nursing roles that are necessary to the needs of the OMFS outpatient group following appropriate education and training.
- Work at all times within the General Dental Council Scope of Practice (2025).
A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Registered Dental Nurse to join our friendly and enthusiastic outpatient team.
We are an acute hospital outpatient department treating adults and children with a wide range of oral and maxillofacial conditions, including orthognathic surgery, maxillofacial injuries, mouth cancer, disorders of the Temporo-Mandibular Joint, salivary gland disease and many others.
We are keen to support the successful applicant with development opportunities into specialist areas of dentistry.
As an employee for Oxford University Hospitals indemnity cover will be provided.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Overall purpose of post
- To assist Medical and Dental professionals within the specialty. This will include Maxillofacial Surgeons, Orthodontists, Restorative and Cleft Specialists.
- Promoting and coordinating the delivery of evidenced based care to these groups of patients.
- Be accountable for the wellbeing of a patient during treatment.
- Assist the Principal Dental nurses and Department Sister in the day to day management of the department.
- Work together with the entire multi disciplinary team in developing a culture that meets the needs of the patients effectively and efficiently.
- Communicate effectively with other healthcare providers and Primary Care teams.
- Develop and perform additional nursing roles that are necessary to the needs of the OMFS outpatient group following appropriate education and training.
- Work at all times within the General Dental Council Scope of Practice (2025).
A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Registered Dental Nurse to join our friendly and enthusiastic outpatient team.
We are an acute hospital outpatient department treating adults and children with a wide range of oral and maxillofacial conditions, including orthognathic surgery, maxillofacial injuries, mouth cancer, disorders of the Temporo-Mandibular Joint, salivary gland disease and many others.
We are keen to support the successful applicant with development opportunities into specialist areas of dentistry.
As an employee for Oxford University Hospitals indemnity cover will be provided.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications & Trainings
Essential
- Registered on the GDC register for Dental Nurses.
- Certificate of Higher Education in Dental Nursing or City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in dental nursing (QCF) or equivalent training and experience.
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
Desirable
- Awareness of self-development needs.
- Awareness of wider issues relating to health care and education.
- Post registration course in Dental Radiography/ Oral health / Orthodontics and/or other specialist training
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of dental procedures.
- Proven experience in dental nurse practice or relevant Outpatient Setting
Desirable
- Previous acute hospital dental nursing experience.
- Able to demonstrate the competencies needed to co-ordinate a clinical shift in OMFS department
Aptitudes & Values
Essential
- Able to work in fast paced environment.
- Effective team player
- Open to change
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Commitment to learn
- Attention to detail
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage complex situations
Characteristics
Essential
- Organised
- Work well as part of a team
- Demonstrate initiative
- Motivated
- Selfidirected
Professional Qualifications & Trainings
Essential
- Registered on the GDC register for Dental Nurses.
- Certificate of Higher Education in Dental Nursing or City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in dental nursing (QCF) or equivalent training and experience.
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
Desirable
- Awareness of self-development needs.
- Awareness of wider issues relating to health care and education.
- Post registration course in Dental Radiography/ Oral health / Orthodontics and/or other specialist training
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of a range of dental procedures.
- Proven experience in dental nurse practice or relevant Outpatient Setting
Desirable
- Previous acute hospital dental nursing experience.
- Able to demonstrate the competencies needed to co-ordinate a clinical shift in OMFS department
Aptitudes & Values
Essential
- Able to work in fast paced environment.
- Effective team player
- Open to change
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Commitment to learn
- Attention to detail
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage complex situations
Characteristics
Essential
- Organised
- Work well as part of a team
- Demonstrate initiative
- Motivated
- Selfidirected
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
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX39DU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX39DU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Sister
Alba Garcia
01865222909
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
321-NOTSS-8296290-B4
Job locations
John Radcliffe Hospital
Headley Way
Oxford
OX39DU
United Kingdom
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