Job Advert
NHS Grampian Dental Services in partnership with Aberdeen Dental Hospital are looking to recruit for the post of Trainee Dental Nurse within various locations across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
If you are a caring, enthusiastic and motivated person who thrives in a team environment and interested in a career in Dental Nursing please read on!
Successful candidates will be working alongside dentists, hygienists, therapists and dental students in busy clinical environments as well as participating in a day release theory based training programme.
This full time 20 month fixed-term training contract will equip successful candidates with the knowledge, training and practical experience required to meet the necessary standards within the SQA SVQ Dental Nursing qualification. Gaining this recognised qualification and entering onto the professional register with the General Dental Council are the first steps on the career pathway within the dental nursing care profession.
Entry onto the Dental Nurse Training Course requires candidates to posses a minimum of 3 National 5 Grade level or equivalent qualifications, to include English and a Science.
As self-directed study is a major component of the training programme, it is essential that candidates possess a high level of commitment and willingness to study. A flexible and adaptable approach to work pattern and location are essential.
The job description attached is for a qualified dental nurse and is indicative of the post you will be training for and the skills and competencies you will gain.
Full Time 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday)
Salary – Annex 21 - 70% Band 4 in the first year rising to 75% in year 2
Interviews will be held at some point during the period of 7th – 11th November 2022.
Successful candidates must be available to take up post on 16th January 2023.
Please state clearly on your application form in order of preference of geographical area you are applying for –
Aberdeen Dental Hospital and Institute of Dentistry
Aberdeenshire North
Aberdeenshire South / Central
Informal enquiries to: Laura Anderson, Aberdeenshire Dental Service Manager, 07876258956 / laura.anderson2@nhs.scot. Charleen Wallace, Aberdeen Dental School and Hospital, Dental Nurse Educator 01224 551027 / charleen.wallace@nhs.scot