Qualified Dental Nurse

Main area Maxillofacial and Orthodontic Department Grade NHS AfC:
Band 4 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job
-NMGH-7750498*

Employer Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Wythenshawe Town Manchester Salary £27,485 - £30,162 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 23/03/2026 23:59

Are you a Registered Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council and have experience in Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Surgery?

We have opportunities for you to join us in this exciting time, based in Wythenshawe hospital and MRI

Are you a Registered Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council and hold and have experience in Orthodontics and Maxillofacial Surgery? We have opportunities for you to join us in this exciting time, based in Wythenshawe Hospital and MRI Hospital.
You will provide close support for the clinician by maintaining high standards of infection control.
Confident, competent, self-motivated and enthusiastic are all attributes required for these positions as well as the ability to work as part of the dental team.
You need to be interested in ensuring quality Dental services and must be able to communicate effective with patients, clinicians and other healthcare professionals and demonstrate very high standards.
In return, we will provide you with a full induction and support you with a personal development plan and ongoing training when required.
You will also benefit from being an employee for a large Trust and so be made aware of up and coming projects and opportunities that there may be.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the

Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.
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