Job summary
We are looking for a Locum Dental Nurse to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at RAF Waddington Dental Centre, in Waddington, Lincolnshire.

This is a locum role (37.5 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Hourly Rate: £19.54

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with clinical duties including preparing and sterilising instruments, operating the dental computing system, and processing radiographs.
• Manage patient appointments, dental records and ensure proper documentation of dental prosthetic appliances.
• Adhere to infection control procedures and follow Health and Safety policies.
• Assist in the central sterilisation area as required.
• Ensure compliance with GDC (General Dental Council) standards and current legislation.

Essential Qualifications

• Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• Valid indemnity insurance with a recognised dental defence organisation.
• Clinical currency: a minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week over the last 15 months.
• Completion of relevant CPD courses (e.g., medical emergencies, safeguarding, radiography).
• Current certification in emergency and resuscitation procedures.
• Health clearance for Exposure Prone Procedures (tuberculosis, Hepatitis, HIV).
• Certification in Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous Ministry of Defence (MOD) experience.
• Dental Nurse qualification.

Benefits

• Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model
• A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability
• Free uniforms provided (if required)
• Free mandatory training
• Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and during your assignment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Duration: 3 weeks
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: Q0004-41168-2

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Military Medical Personnel is unable to sponsor work visas. All job placements are subject to satisfactory compliance requirements.