Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)
Are you looking to work in a modern, patient-focused dental practice that prioritises quality care and professional development? At Defence Primary Healthcare, we are intent on providing excellent care in a friendly and encouraging environment.
When it comes to delivering outstanding patient care, our motivated civilian dental nurses make all the difference. We know just how valuable your skills are, so come join the wonderful team at dental centre Abingdon and get ready to make a positive impact!
This post will be 37.5 hours a week and requests to work flexibly and/or part time will be considered, taking into account business needs.
Benefits Include
Dental Nurse Recruitment and Retention Allowance (RRA) £1500 per annum (pro-rata)
Access to the NHS pension scheme
On-call allowance, if applicable
Inclusive working environment
Discount fee to access fitness facilities
Free parking & laundry of clinical wear
General Dental Council (GDC) Annual Fees are currently reimbursed
Paid holiday entitlement
On-site free laundry for clinical clothing & free clinical footwear
Defence Discount Card that offers discount in many shops and online shopping
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay-related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Main Duties of the Job Here at Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC), we are an inclusive and dedicated organisation working to provide excellent care to our entitled personnel.
Job Responsibilities Job Responsibilities
You will be maintaining the standard and cleanliness of the surgery and accommodation for which you are responsible, reporting any deficiencies and following all local policies and protocols.
You will also provide clinical and administrative support for the provision of dental care in DPHC dental centres, enhancing force generation and operational capability and minimising dental morbidity on operations.
There are no expected Line Management responsibilities with this role; any future changes will be discussed with the successful applicant at the time.
Please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification prior to applying to fully understand all the duties required by Civilian Dental Nurse within DPHC.
Selection Process
This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Experience and Technical skills.
The selection at sift stage will be based on your Curriculum Vitae, and at interview, tested against the following National Health Services (NHS) Technical Skills:
NHS Core NHSC1 Communication
NHS Core NHSC2 Personal & People Development
NHS Core NHSC3 Health, Safety & Security
NHS Core NHSC5 Quality
NHS Core NHSC6 Equality and Diversity
The sift will be completed within 5 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.
Additional Information
All employees joining MoD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period (unless otherwise advised) effective from the employment start date. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Check (SC).
Candidates who hold the qualifications but are not yet registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) are eligible to apply for this vacancy. However, if found successful, it is a requirement that you are registered with the GDC prior to starting in the post.
Please ensure that you demonstrate you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications, and memberships in your CV and that you have saved it. Add as much relevant information to your application to show your skills and experience to the sifting team, let them know what you can offer this role.
If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Please note that evidence of your vaccination is not proof of your immunity, but your serology levels will be required. Failure to provide sufficient evidence may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
The successful applicant will have contact with patients and service users, and we encourage all our employees and prospective ones to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to any exemptions that may apply.
Person Specification
Registrations and Memberships
Must be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC)
Please provide your membership registration number.
You are required to be registered with the relevant professional body, as detailed in the advert, prior to submitting your application.
Your application will not progress should you fail to provide a valid membership registration number.
Qualifications
National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) Certificate or National Vocational Qualification in Oral Healthcare Dental Nursing Level 3.
Experience
A Full United Kingdom driving licence to enable working from another local military dental centre, if required.
Evidence of indemnity cover for general dental practice.
Evidence of currency with GDC Continued Professional Development requirements.
Confidence in using Information Technology.
Be prepared to contribute to the development of staff skills and knowledge.
Prepared to cover out of hours dental duties when required.
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.
£26,530 to £29,114 a year RRA £1500 per annum. On-call allowance. (Pro Rata for part time)
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When it comes to delivering outstanding patient care, our motivated civilian dental nurses make all the difference. We know just how valuable your skills are, so come join the wonderful team at dental centre Abingdon and get ready to make a positive impact!
This post will be 37.5 hours a week and requests to work flexibly and/or part time will be considered, taking into account business needs.
Benefits Include
Dental Nurse Recruitment and Retention Allowance (RRA) £1500 per annum (pro-rata)
Access to the NHS pension scheme
On-call allowance, if applicable
Inclusive working environment
Discount fee to access fitness facilities
Free parking & laundry of clinical wear
General Dental Council (GDC) Annual Fees are currently reimbursed
Paid holiday entitlement
On-site free laundry for clinical clothing & free clinical footwear
Defence Discount Card that offers discount in many shops and online shopping
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay-related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Main Duties of the Job Here at Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC), we are an inclusive and dedicated organisation working to provide excellent care to our entitled personnel.
Job Responsibilities Job Responsibilities
You will be maintaining the standard and cleanliness of the surgery and accommodation for which you are responsible, reporting any deficiencies and following all local policies and protocols.
You will also provide clinical and administrative support for the provision of dental care in DPHC dental centres, enhancing force generation and operational capability and minimising dental morbidity on operations.
There are no expected Line Management responsibilities with this role; any future changes will be discussed with the successful applicant at the time.
Please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification prior to applying to fully understand all the duties required by Civilian Dental Nurse within DPHC.
Selection Process
This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Experience and Technical skills.
The selection at sift stage will be based on your Curriculum Vitae, and at interview, tested against the following National Health Services (NHS) Technical Skills:
NHS Core NHSC1 Communication
NHS Core NHSC2 Personal & People Development
NHS Core NHSC3 Health, Safety & Security
NHS Core NHSC5 Quality
NHS Core NHSC6 Equality and Diversity
The sift will be completed within 5 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.
Additional Information
All employees joining MoD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period (unless otherwise advised) effective from the employment start date. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Security Check (SC).
Candidates who hold the qualifications but are not yet registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) are eligible to apply for this vacancy. However, if found successful, it is a requirement that you are registered with the GDC prior to starting in the post.
Please ensure that you demonstrate you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications, and memberships in your CV and that you have saved it. Add as much relevant information to your application to show your skills and experience to the sifting team, let them know what you can offer this role.
If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Please note that evidence of your vaccination is not proof of your immunity, but your serology levels will be required. Failure to provide sufficient evidence may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
The successful applicant will have contact with patients and service users, and we encourage all our employees and prospective ones to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to any exemptions that may apply.
Person Specification
Registrations and Memberships
Must be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC)
Please provide your membership registration number.
You are required to be registered with the relevant professional body, as detailed in the advert, prior to submitting your application.
Your application will not progress should you fail to provide a valid membership registration number.
Qualifications
National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN) Certificate or National Vocational Qualification in Oral Healthcare Dental Nursing Level 3.
Experience
A Full United Kingdom driving licence to enable working from another local military dental centre, if required.
Evidence of indemnity cover for general dental practice.
Evidence of currency with GDC Continued Professional Development requirements.
Confidence in using Information Technology.
Be prepared to contribute to the development of staff skills and knowledge.
Prepared to cover out of hours dental duties when required.
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.
£26,530 to £29,114 a year RRA £1500 per annum. On-call allowance. (Pro Rata for part time)
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