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Apprentice Dental Nurse Broughton 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.

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Closing date: 02 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • 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).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Flexibility may be required as you progress. Shifts TBC, shifts may increase to 40 hours per week.

    Total hours per week: 30.00

  • Expected duration

    18 months

  • Possible start date

    03 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    01 Dec 2020

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC001669672

  • 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

  • Organisational skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Computer literate

Personal qualities

  • You will have a calm, confident and reassuring manner
  • 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
  • You need to be reliable with a positive attitude
  • Keen to learn
  • You must be of a smart and professional appearance at all times, wearing a clean, presentable uniform

Desired qualifications

GCSEs in maths and English Grade C/4 and above (or equivalent).

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.
  • Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that is part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates

About the employer

A busy and friendly practice in Milton Keynes. Broughton Dental Practice has been established for over 15 years and has built up a reputation of high-quality dentistry in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Employer

Broughton Dental Practice

Address

57-61

Tanfield Lane

Milton Keynes

MK10 9NJ

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Training

Training provider

Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited

Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited

Contact

Ramze Bouhalla 01708 776050 ramze@harrietellis.com

Dental Nurse Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

The Dental Nurse apprenticeship offers a genuine job in a Dental Practice with an accompanying assessment and skills development programme. It will develop your skills, knowledge, and behaviours to operate competently in all aspects of clinical responsibilities.

It will also provide tyou 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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