Dental Nurse

We are looking for a registered dental nurse with an additional post qualification in OH/IV.

You will be required to use your post qualification to benefit the needs our service users.

As a band 5 registered dental nurse for HCT you will be responsible for supporting the dental team to ensure the service user's needs are met through high quality dental care. As a specialist service for patients with additional needs you will offer a patient centered approach.

• Proposed interview date: 23rd October 2026*

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

You will be expected to maintain high standards of clinical work while assisting both the dentist during routine clinical appointments and nurse led clinics , we offer a high level of care for our cohort group.

You will be expected to manage and run nurse led clinics using your post qualification in OH/IV to support and maintain the needs of our patients.

Thank you for choosing to work for the Special Care Dental service within HCT, you will find it a great place to work with many benefits offered.

We provide all the support and finance to maintain your mandatory training and CPD.

We have a vacancy for 2 band 5 roles at our Hemel Hempstead and Cheshunt clinics.

• Our Nurse Lead Clinic Nurses have been shortlisted for the HSJ Patient Safety Awards 2026, which recognise the critical work being undertaken to address the complexities of delivering safe care during times of significant change and ongoing pressure.
• A clear and structured nursing career pathway, supporting professional development and progression.
• Band 5 nurses have the opportunity to undertake Nurse-Led Clinic (NLC) appointments with autonomy, supported by the wider clinical team.
• A range of training and professional development opportunities, alongside all mandatory training requirements.
• Access to wellbeing and pastoral support to support staff both professionally and personally.
• Opportunities to work alongside specialist clinicians and consultants within the service, developing knowledge and clinical experience.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative outreach oral care projects, supporting the delivery of high-quality care within the wider community.

We don’t want you to miss out so we’d like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now

You’ve made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we’re looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Luisa lancey Job title: Team Lead Email address: luisa.lancey@nhs.net Telephone number: 01727732054