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Band 5 Civilian Dental Hygienist


Company : NHS


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2025-10-31


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Summary Are you looking to work in a modern, patient-focused dental practice that prioritises quality care and professional development? At Defence Primary Healthcare, we are intent on providing excellent care in a friendly and encouraging environment. When it comes to delivering outstanding patient care, our motivated dental hygienists make all the difference. We know just how valuable your skills are, so come join the wonderful team at Shorncliffe dental centre. This role offers 18.75 hours per week and all requests to work flexibly will be considered, allowing for business needs and reviewed annually. Benefits A Market Skills Supplement of 5,750 per annum (pro rata) Access to the NHS pension scheme Inclusive working environment Discount fee to access on-site fitness facilities Free parking General Dental Council (GDC) Annual Fees are currently reimbursed Paid holiday entitlement Continuous professional development (CPD) training supplied Career development training available Caf on camp Main duties Provide dental treatment and oral hygiene instruction and education. Administer dental clinical and administrative support. Support other local DPHC sites and health fairs as required. Minimise dental morbidity during operations and enhance operational capability. Location Shorncliffe Dental Centre, Sir John Moore Barracks, Shorncliffe, Kent CT20 3HE Pay & Contract Band 5 Salary 29,970 to 36,483 per year (pro rata for parttime). Working pattern Parttime, 18.75 hours per week with flexible hours considered. Person Specification UK Registration (Essential) Applicants must hold or be pursuing a GDCapproved qualification. Must obtain full GDC registration before commencing work. Provide membership registration number and any restrictions to practice. Experience (Desirable) Full UK driving licence for travel to other military dental centres. Evidence of indemnity cover for general dental practice. Currency with GDC Continuing Professional Development requirements. Confidence in using information technology. Prepared to cover outofhours dental duties when needed. Provide a CV (Essential) Demonstrate required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications, and memberships. Copy and paste full CV (max 3 pages), doublespaced, no attachments. Qualifications (Essential) Completed a GDCapproved Certificate/Diploma in Dental Hygiene or BSc in Dental Therapy. Current full GDC registration. Behavioural Statement (Essential) Respond Yes/No if you have been dismissed for gross misconduct (bullying, harassment, discrimination, or victimisation) within the past five years or would have been dismissed under an adverse decision. Additional Information This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and may require Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Current UK professional registration is required. NHS Careers website provides further information. #J-18808-Ljbffr