Job summary
Subject to job matching

Dental Nurse - Maternity cover

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a registered Dental Nurse to cover maternity leave, giving an insight into working for the Community Dental Service at East Cheshire NHS Trust.

This would be a fixed term, part time post, working 29 hours over 4 days per week at Weston Clinic, Macclesfield, until January 2028.

The post holder must be self-motivated, organised and experienced in general dental nursing, with excellent communication skills.

The successful recruit will

• Support the service in providing a unified approach to deliver a high standard of patient care.
• Be a key member of the dental team, to assist in the smooth operation and organisation of the surgeries and theatres.
• Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet and deliver the needs of patients, their families, and carers.
• Assist in the provision of dental treatment in clinic and theatre settings, providing special care dentistry and paediatric exodontia services, providing clinical support in a range of treatments for a broad client base.
• Attend general anaesthetic sessions when required - following training.
• Carry out the decontamination, disinfection, sterilisation and maintenance of dental instruments and equipment, effectively.
• Be familiar with dental software for inputting of patient notes and charting.

Hours per week: 29

Main duties of the job
To support clinicians in a specialist community dental service delivering high-quality dental care in Special Care Dentistry and paediatric exodontia, to a wide range of patients; including those with complex medical conditions and challenging behaviours.

To provide chair side assistance, domiciliary and theatre support as appropriate within the remit of a registered Dental Nurse with post certificate qualifications, for clinicians in the performance of their range of specialisms in dental treatment.

To provide assistance and support to patients and carers at all times throughout patient journey of care, including patients with complex medical conditions and challenging behaviours.

1. To carry out the decontamination process and storage of reusable dental instruments in accordance with HTM01-05 and standard operating procedures. Completing IPC (Infection Prevention Control) and decontamination logs as required.

To work efficiently and effectively as part of the dental team

To work within the General Dental Council scope of practice guidelines for dental care professionals, being accountable for own professional actions.

About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details
Date posted: 15 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year pro rata (subject to job matching)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 209-A-26-8341108

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Equal opportunities: East Cheshire NHS Trust is a Disability Confident Leader. Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.