Apprentice Dental Nurse Broadwater Dental Practice
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly and busy dental practice. We are a dental practice with a well-established and friendly team. We would love you to join us as an Apprentice Dental Nurse.
Closing date: 10 Feb 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Weekly wage
£144.30
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
You will be employed 30 - 40 hours a week. Flexibility and weekend work may be required as you progress.
Total hours per week: 30.00
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Expected duration
18 months
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Possible start date
11 Feb 2023
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Date posted
03 Jan 2019
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC001487654
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Positions
1 available
Vacancy Description
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly and busy dental practice with an emphasis on preventative treatment and options for all.
The role of a dental nurse is to assist the dentist with all clinical aspects within the surgery. This includes but is not exhaustive to:
- Greet and care for all patients in a polite and courteous manner at all times
- Work closely with the dentist in a professional and appropriate manner
- Provide chair side assistance during all dental procedures
- Update computer records and taking notes
- Cleaning surgeries to a high level, maintaining strict cross infection controls
- Preparing instruments and materials during treatments
- Carry out reception and administrative tasks where required
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
- The successful candidate must be reliable, organised, with good communication skills, computer literate, and keen to learn
- You must be of a smart and professional appearance at all times, wearing a clean, presentable uniform and have a positive attitude
Personal qualities
- You will have a calm, confident and reassuring manner and the ability to relate well to people, including children and those with special needs
- You will have a positive and flexible approach to work
- Experience is not necessary, however we are looking for ambitious, hard-working and committed individuals
Desired qualifications
- GCSE, or equivalent, maths and English Grade C/4 and above
- You will be required to have a Hepatitis B injection and pass a DBS check
Future prospects
- A great opportunity to secure long term employment with an employer whom has a wonderful vision and admirable values in conjunction with continuing with your professional development
Things to consider
- You will be required to have a Hepatitis B injection and pass a DBS check
About the employer
Broadwater Dental Practice has been serving the local Stevenage community for over 40 years offering both NHS and private dentistry. We are proud to have treated multiple generations of families and that many patients have stayed with us even after moving to different localities.
Employer
Broadwater Dental Practice
https://www.broadwaterdental.com/
Address
302
Broadwater Crescent
Stevenage
SG2 8EU
Training
Training provider
Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Contact
Gillian Highlands 01708 776050 gillian@harrietellis.com
The Dental Nurse apprenticeship offers a genuine job in a Dental Practice with an accompanying assessment and skills development programme. It will develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours of your apprentice to operate competently in all aspects of clinical responsibilities.
It will also provide them with the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a Dental Nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
What you will study:
- Cross infection
- Anatomy
- Radiography
- Oral hygiene
- Orthodontics
- Restoration
- Legislation
- First aid
- Health and Safety
You will complete on and off the job training whilst you are fully supported throughout, progressing to gateway and endpoint assessment.
Functional skills if required
Read more on our website!
http://www.harrietellis.com/apprentices-new/
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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