Apprentice Dental Nurse Holmes Chapel 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: 12 Feb 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Weekly wage
£168.35
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
Days and shifts TBC, flexibility may be required as you progress.
Total hours per week: 35.00
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Expected duration
18 months
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Possible start date
13 Feb 2023
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Date posted
14 Jun 2019
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC001546911
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Positions
1 available
The role of a dental nurse is to assist the dentist with all clinical aspects within the surgery.
This includes but is not limited 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
GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) in maths and English.
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
When you become a patient at Holmes Chapel Dental Practice, our aim is to give you the kind of dental care that we would want to receive ourselves or we would want for our families. This means that you can expect to receive jargon-free information about the treatment choices that we believe will give you the best outcomes, and transparency around fees and finance options. You will benefit from leading dental technology, our ongoing training to further improve our standards, a friendly practice, and our commitment to keeping your teeth and gums healthy for life.
Employer
Holmes Chapel Dental Practice
Address
29a
London Road
Crewe
CW4 7AP
Training
Training provider
Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Contact
James Elias 01708 776050 james@harrietellis.com
- Dental Nurse Level 3
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 end point assessment.
Read more on our website!
http://www.harrietellis.com/apprentices-new/
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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