Job summary

Do you enjoy meeting people and the satisfaction of doing a good job that really makes a difference? If the answer is yes, do contact us, as we can offer excellent working conditions as a Soft Facilities Assistant working at Glangwili General Hospital.

We are looking for a self motivated individual who will work as part of a team and on their own. The candidate will play an active role within the support team; the main duties of the post include general cleaning of ward/departmental areas of the hospital.

Main duties of the job

We offer a full induction, followed by an extensive training program, during which the successful candidate will be trained in all aspects of the service and will be required to use a variety of cleaning equipment and obtain the Food Safety Level 2 Award, which is provided in-house.

Contracted hours available are 27.5 working Monday - Friday , 07:30-13:00, working in the nursing accommodation

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

o Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwesto Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshireo Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settingso 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providerso Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Job summary

Are you passionate about providing exceptional dental care to individuals with complex needs? Do you thrive in a close-knit, community focused environment with willingness to work in a rural location and embrace a fulfilling career in a community setting? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Dental Officer with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to join our team and provide Special Care Dentistry services in a beautiful rural location in Ceredigion, West Wales.

You will provide a range of Dental services in accordance with approved Health board plans and policies. You will be required to assist with the training and development of community dentists, dentists with enhanced skills in special care dentistry and professions complimentary to dentistry.

Main duties of the job

The Hywel Dda Community Dental Service (CDS) is dedicated to providing dental care for vulnerable adults and children who may have difficulties in seeking and receiving dental treatment throughout the Ceredigion . Our clinics are different to high street dental practices in that we see patients on a referral basis only, which ensures that they receive their treatment from the most appropriately trained member of the team and in the best clinic to suit their needs. The Senior Dental Officer will be supported by the Clinical Lead and the Community Team.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest.

Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire.

Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings.

47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers.

Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services.

Details

Date posted

06 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

Depending on experience £85,246 - £99,707 per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

100-MED-DEN-028-D

Job locations

North Road Clinic

Queens Avenue

Aberystwyth

SY23 2EG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will be based in North Road Clinic, Aberystwyth but there is currently a need to cover some clinics at Cardigan Integrated Care Centre as well. Delivery of intravenous and inhalation sedation services General and Specialist DGH and Community-based outpatient clinics Effective leadership of multidisciplinary staff members within the unit Development of teaching, training and research within the Organisation

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Job description Job responsibilities The role will be based in North Road Clinic, Aberystwyth but there is currently a need to cover some clinics at Cardigan Integrated Care Centre as well. Delivery of intravenous and inhalation sedation services General and Specialist DGH and Community-based outpatient clinics Effective leadership of multidisciplinary staff members within the unit Development of teaching, training and research within the Organisation https://youtu.be/RUMDpjtu1sY https://youtu.be/Xb5ksZWmXm8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgt03XPT6RQ

Person Specification

Qualifcations

Essential

• -Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent
• -Current General Dental Council registration certificate
• -Current Performers number, VT number or completion of competency Equivalence scheme and therefore eligible for immediate inclusion on to Performer list

Desirable

• -Appropriate post-graduate qualification to specialist field. Inclusion on Specialist list
• -Sedation experience/SAAD accreditation

Abilities and Skills

Essential

• -Good communication skills - interpersonal, written and verbal
• -Ability to organise self, clinic and respond to time pressures
• -Basic IT skills

Desirable

• -Ability to use a clinical computer system

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• -Experienced in a wide range of general and/or community dentistry
• -Minimum 5 years postgraduate experience
• -Experience in Special Care dentistry and paediatric dentistry in the previous two years

Person Specification Qualifcations Essential -Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent -Current General Dental Council registration certificate -Current Performers number, VT number or completion of competency Equivalence scheme and therefore eligible for immediate inclusion on to Performer list Desirable -Appropriate post-graduate qualification to specialist field. Inclusion on Specialist list -Sedation experience/SAAD accreditation Abilities and Skills Essential -Good communication skills - interpersonal, written and verbal -Ability to organise self, clinic and respond to time pressures -Basic IT skills Desirable -Ability to use a clinical computer system Knowledge and Experience Essential -Experienced in a wide range of general and/or community dentistry -Minimum 5 years postgraduate experience -Experience in Special Care dentistry and paediatric dentistry in the previous two years

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

North Road Clinic

Queens Avenue

Aberystwyth

SY23 2EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

North Road Clinic

Queens Avenue

Aberystwyth

SY23 2EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)