Apprentice Dental Nurse Park View 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: 13 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
Shifts to be confirmed. Flexibility may be required as you progress, between 30-40 hours per week.
Total hours per week: 30.00
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Expected duration
18 months
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Possible start date
14 Feb 2023
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Date posted
06 Apr 2021
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC001697024
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Positions
1 available
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 grade C/4 and 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
From prevention to treatment we can help every step of the way. We understand the importance of your oral health and here at Park View Dental Practice we have spent many years looking after individuals and families to give them good quality dental health and great smiles.
Employer
Park View Dental Practice
Address
The Victoria Buildings
Heaton Park View
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE6 5AH
Training
Training provider
Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Contact
Swati Singh 01708 579902 swati@harrietellis.com
You will complete on and off the job training whilst you are fully supported throughout this Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard, along with Functional Skills, if required, progressing to gateway and endpoint assessment.
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
Read more on our website!
http://www.harrietellis.com/apprentices-new/
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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