Main area: Dental Nurse Grade NHS AfC: Band 4
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 22.5 sessions per week (Maybe required to work on weekends)
Job ref: 848-BHC-030-25
Site: Beckenham Beacon, Barnard, Garland Road, Lakeside (Abbey Wood), St Pauls Cray Town, Bromley, Bexley, Greenwich
Salary: £31,081 - £33,665 Inc HCAS Per annum Pro Rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 12/02/2025 23:59
Interview date: 25/02/2025
Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Stemming from the community provider unit of NHS Bromley, we boast extensive experience in serving the Bromley populace over many years.
Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. As a Social Enterprise, we embrace an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, combining the traditional strengths of the NHS with the flexibility to reinvest surpluses into community initiatives.
Employees of Bromley Healthcare whose role may be at risk will receive priority consideration.
Applicants for roles involving driving responsibilities will be required to provide proof of business insurance.
Job overview
Dental Nurse - Band 4 We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible, and competent Dental Nurse to join our Special Care Dental Service. We are based across 5 sites in Bromley, Bexley, and Greenwich. The successful candidate would ideally be based at 1 or 2 sites regularly but may occasionally be asked to cover for colleagues at different sites. A valid driving licence and access to a car is essential for this position. The successful applicants must have an appropriate qualification in Dental Nursing and be registered with the General Dental Council. Excellent communication skills, compassion, empathy, good organisational skills, IT skills, and being a team player are integral to this post. Previous experience of working in CDS is desirable but we would be happy to train someone with the right aptitude and skills. Main duties of the job
Please refer to the attached job description to review the duties and responsibilities relating to this job role. We run our General Anaesthetic sessions from PRUH in Orpington, and the post holder is expected to participate in these sessions when required. We aim to provide high-quality dental care for our special needs patients and children who are referred to our service. We carry out domiciliary visits to meet the needs of the patients in their own settings. We also provide treatment under conscious sedation. Any previous experience of conscious sedation will be desirable. The successful candidate will be given an opportunity to progress in conscious sedation (RA training). Bromley Healthcare will be happy to pay for the course. Working for our organisation
Bromley Healthcare is a community interest company providing a wide range of services including community nursing services and therapy services for children, young people, and adults. Salary is dependent on NHS experience and current banding/pay point. Excellent benefits package available including various pension schemes, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, discounted electronics, access to EAP, high street discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Person specification
Qualifications
Professional Registration-GDC Nursing Recognized by the General Dental Council Hospital, National Certificate or N.V.Q. Level 3 Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Indemnity cover Radiography /OHE Skills
Excellent communicator with sympathetic and understanding attitude. Familiarity with computers Knowledge of infection control Current UK drivers’ license with access to a car for work purposes Knowledge of work of GDC & Salaried Dental Service and working with Dental Therapists Working knowledge of use of Dental Software systems Membership of relevant professional associations e.g. BADN Experience
Experience of Dental Nursing work with a range of patients including adults and children Experience of General Dental Practice, broad-based Community Dental Practice or Emergency Dental Work in areas of social exclusion and with multi-ethnic populations Work with clients requiring good patient skills particularly anxious children and adults with special needs Information Technology
Good IT Skills Working knowledge of use of Dental Software Systems We are dedicated to caring for our service users and their loved ones, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of our colleagues. That's why we strongly encourage all colleagues to avail themselves of the Coronavirus vaccination. To get a sense of what it's like to work with Bromley Healthcare, you can visit our YouTube channel. Salary is determined by NHS experience and current banding/pay point. External applicants will begin at the entry point of the salary scale in line with NHS terms and conditions. At Bromley Healthcare, we are fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where all colleagues feel supported, nurtured, and celebrated. Discrimination of any protected characteristic is not tolerated. Diversity and inclusion are key components of our People Strategy. We welcome applicants with a disability. We are able to support reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process, please let us know if you require any. We understand the importance of balancing work and life, so we offer our staff a variety of flexible working options from day one. These include: Compressed hours Part-time Job shares We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to a rewarding career with Bromley Healthcare. Please note that all offers of new employment with Bromley Healthcare are subject to a six-month probationary period. Bromley Healthcare CIC is an NHS community provider and an integral part of the NHS family. However, we pride ourselves on being different; as a co-owned social enterprise, Bromley Healthcare CIC is owned by its employees.
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Dental Nurse - Band 4 We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible, and competent Dental Nurse to join our Special Care Dental Service. We are based across 5 sites in Bromley, Bexley, and Greenwich. The successful candidate would ideally be based at 1 or 2 sites regularly but may occasionally be asked to cover for colleagues at different sites. A valid driving licence and access to a car is essential for this position. The successful applicants must have an appropriate qualification in Dental Nursing and be registered with the General Dental Council. Excellent communication skills, compassion, empathy, good organisational skills, IT skills, and being a team player are integral to this post. Previous experience of working in CDS is desirable but we would be happy to train someone with the right aptitude and skills. Main duties of the job
Please refer to the attached job description to review the duties and responsibilities relating to this job role. We run our General Anaesthetic sessions from PRUH in Orpington, and the post holder is expected to participate in these sessions when required. We aim to provide high-quality dental care for our special needs patients and children who are referred to our service. We carry out domiciliary visits to meet the needs of the patients in their own settings. We also provide treatment under conscious sedation. Any previous experience of conscious sedation will be desirable. The successful candidate will be given an opportunity to progress in conscious sedation (RA training). Bromley Healthcare will be happy to pay for the course. Working for our organisation
Bromley Healthcare is a community interest company providing a wide range of services including community nursing services and therapy services for children, young people, and adults. Salary is dependent on NHS experience and current banding/pay point. Excellent benefits package available including various pension schemes, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, discounted electronics, access to EAP, high street discounts, Blue Light Card eligibility, opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Person specification
Qualifications
Professional Registration-GDC Nursing Recognized by the General Dental Council Hospital, National Certificate or N.V.Q. Level 3 Evidence of Continuing Professional Development Indemnity cover Radiography /OHE Skills
Excellent communicator with sympathetic and understanding attitude. Familiarity with computers Knowledge of infection control Current UK drivers’ license with access to a car for work purposes Knowledge of work of GDC & Salaried Dental Service and working with Dental Therapists Working knowledge of use of Dental Software systems Membership of relevant professional associations e.g. BADN Experience
Experience of Dental Nursing work with a range of patients including adults and children Experience of General Dental Practice, broad-based Community Dental Practice or Emergency Dental Work in areas of social exclusion and with multi-ethnic populations Work with clients requiring good patient skills particularly anxious children and adults with special needs Information Technology
Good IT Skills Working knowledge of use of Dental Software Systems We are dedicated to caring for our service users and their loved ones, as well as ensuring the wellbeing of our colleagues. That's why we strongly encourage all colleagues to avail themselves of the Coronavirus vaccination. To get a sense of what it's like to work with Bromley Healthcare, you can visit our YouTube channel. Salary is determined by NHS experience and current banding/pay point. External applicants will begin at the entry point of the salary scale in line with NHS terms and conditions. At Bromley Healthcare, we are fully committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where all colleagues feel supported, nurtured, and celebrated. Discrimination of any protected characteristic is not tolerated. Diversity and inclusion are key components of our People Strategy. We welcome applicants with a disability. We are able to support reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process, please let us know if you require any. We understand the importance of balancing work and life, so we offer our staff a variety of flexible working options from day one. These include: Compressed hours Part-time Job shares We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to a rewarding career with Bromley Healthcare. Please note that all offers of new employment with Bromley Healthcare are subject to a six-month probationary period. Bromley Healthcare CIC is an NHS community provider and an integral part of the NHS family. However, we pride ourselves on being different; as a co-owned social enterprise, Bromley Healthcare CIC is owned by its employees.
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