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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

An opportunity has arisen for 1x Special Care Dental Nurse at Lamlash, Isle of Arran.

We require a motivated individual with excellent communication skills who can work well within the team. You will be required to provide full chair side assistance to the clinician, carry out dental reception duties and decontamination duties within the Local Decontamination Units and within the dental surgery.

You must be registered with the General Dental Council and hold the National Certificate in Dental Nursing or Oral Health Care Dental Nursing SVQ level 3 or equivalent and have a current portfolio of Continuing Professional Development.

You should have excellent organisational skills, be highly motivated, and be able to prioritise workload, have excellent communication skills with the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. Experience and knowledge of dental software packages is desirable.

A minimum 22.2 hours up to 29.6 hours per week, days and hours can be confirmed at interview.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to this role.

You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Tracy Pryce, Assistant Dental Service Manager – 07824596370.

NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigration. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information. We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.