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Dental Receptionist

Job details
Posting date: 22 May 2026
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 07 June 2026
Location: Lerwick, Shetland Islands
Remote working: On-site only
Company: NHS Shetland Board
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 248716

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Summary

Dental Receptionist (Ref: 248716)
Fixed term until 16/05/27
Full Time – Part time 18 hours per week
Band 3 - Salary £29,103 - £31,409 per annum (pro rata)
Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum (pro rata)

Working within our Dental Health Centres, you will provide reception and clerical support for our busy dental service. The successful applicants may be required to work across our practices in Lerwick, Brae, Whalsay and Yell as operational requirements dictate, however will predominantly be based from Montfield Dental Clinic in Lerwick.

This contract is for a fixed-term until 16/05/27. The reason for the fixed-term contract is Maternity Cover.

Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to www.shetland.org and/or https://www.shetland.org/life

For an informal discussion, please contact Laura Powis, Interim Practice Manager at laura.powis1@nhs.scot

Closing date: 07.06.2025
Interview date: 22.06.2025

*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.

If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or by calling 0161 850 2004.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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