Bank Dental Nurse

Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a qualified dental nurse to work in our busy Oral Surgery Outpatient Department on the bank. The ideal person will be an enthusiastic hard working person. The successful candidate must hold a current GDC registration. The successful candidate must have excellent communication skills and a positive approach to patient centered care. In this role, you'll work alongside a supportive team comitted to clinical excellence and provide outstanding patient care. Main duties of the job As the qualified bank dental nurse you will assist the clinician in all oral surgery procedures, providing support and advice to the patient in the oral surgery department. You will demonstrate compliance with the responsibilities and registration to practice with the General Dental Council. About us If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager. You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks. We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented. Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents. Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success. For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply. Details Date posted 01 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £28,392 to £31,157 a year BANK Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number C9439-26-0010 Job locations Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust Hollyhurst Road Darlington County Durham DL3 6HX United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our dynamic Oral Surgery service on the bank. You will work as part of a team providing a high level of clinical care within the Oral Surgery Service. As well as working in Clinics you will be trained to work within a theatre setting assisting in local anaesthetic lists, and working within the multi-disciplinary team in the head and neck oncology clinics. Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our dynamic Oral Surgery service on the bank. You will work as part of a team providing a high level of clinical care within the Oral Surgery Service. As well as working in Clinics you will be trained to work within a theatre setting assisting in local anaesthetic lists, and working within the multi-disciplinary team in the head and neck oncology clinics.