Dental Nurse

Job summary We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and adaptable Band 4 Dental Nurse to join our Community Dental Network. This is a rewarding opportunity to support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred dental care to children and adults, including people with complex medical conditions, disabilities, additional needs or dental anxiety who may be unable to access treatment through a general dental practice. You will be part of a supportive multidisciplinary dental team, working across a varied range of clinical specialisms and helping every patient feel safe, respected and well cared for throughout their treatment journey. We are seeking a GDC-registered Dental Nurse who communicates sensitively, works well both independently and as part of a team, and is committed to excellent standards of care, infection prevention and professional development. This role offers the chance to broaden your experience within a specialist community service and make a meaningful difference to patients who may require additional support to receive dental care. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will provide skilled chairside support across a wide range of community dental procedures, including special care dentistry, minor oral surgery and, following appropriate training, conscious sedation and general anaesthetic sessions. They will support patients before, during and after treatment, monitor their wellbeing and respond appropriately to changing needs or medical emergencies. The role includes preparing and maintaining safe clinical environments, ensuring instruments, materials and equipment are ready for use, and consistently following infection prevention, decontamination and quality assurance procedures. The postholder will maintain accurate patient records, assist with dental radiography, manage stock and contribute to clinical governance and audit activities. Working flexibly across the Community Dental Network, the Dental Nurse will communicate sensitively with children, adults, carers and patients who may be anxious, vulnerable or have additional communication or support needs. They will work effectively both independently and as part of the wider dental team, support colleagues and new staff, protect patient dignity and confidentiality, and maintain professional registration and continuing development in line with GDC standards. About us Flexible working will be considered for all roles. North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM) serves more than one million residents across the Halton and Warrington boroughs and the wider North West region. Bringing together community and out-of-hospital services (formerly provided by Bridgewater Community Healthcare) with inpatient and elective care (formerly Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals) we provide services at two hospital sites and more than 70 community hubs and facilities. Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM). They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation. Our mission We will be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other Our vision We will be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn Our values Kind: We are caring, supportive and respectful to everyone Open: We are honest, transparent and open to new ways of working Fair: We listen, value our differences and are inclusive to all One team: We work well together and with our communities Details Date posted 20 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £28,392 to £31,157 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9835-DEN26-111a Job locations Moorgate Primary Care Centre 22 Derby Way Bury BL9 0NJ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities To provide assistance and support in a broad range of clinical and minor oral surgery procedures to dentists, oral surgeons, dental therapists/hygienists, dental students and patients whilst maintaining high standards of care and infection prevention and control. To work flexibly within the clinical specialism areas to meet the needs of the network that provides specialised dental care on referral to people of all ages, disabilities and special needs which make it impossible for them to access treatment from an NHS general dental practitioner. To ensure the best possible dental nursing care and practice is delivered to all patients including those with complex medical conditions, physical disabilities, sensory disabilities, mental ill health, dementia, learning disabilities, autistic spectrum and behaviour which may present a challenge to those caring for them, and may include patients at end of life. To work as part of the dental team to provide an efficient and effective dental service To practice within the scope of a General Dental Council (GDC) registered dental nurse, and maintain compliance with the GDC profe