Apprentice Dental Nurse The South Bank Dental Clinic
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly and busy dental practice, which has an emphasis on preventative treatment and options for all. 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: 04 Jul 2022
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
Working days and hours to be confirmed - flexibility 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
05 Jul 2022
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Date posted
29 Oct 2021
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC001784341
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Positions
1 available
Vacancy Description
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 chairside 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 organised with good communication skills and computer literate
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 reliable, ambitious, hard-working and committed individuals who are 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
Desired qualifications
- GCSEs grade C/4 or above (or equivalent qualifications) in maths and English
Future prospects
- A great opportunity to secure long term employment with an employer who 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
- https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
About the employer
Your dentist aims to form a long-term professional relationship, to offer you the highest standards of dental care.
All our dentists undertake continuous Postgraduate Education to ensure their skills, techniques and knowledge are fully up to date. This way we can ensure that we offer you the highest standards of care.
Employer
The South Bank Dental Clinic
Address
164
Jamaica Road
London
SE16 4RT
Training
Training provider
Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Harriet Ellis Training Solution Limited
Contact
Katie Cottee +441708776050 katiec@harrietellis.com
Advanced (Level 3) Dental Nurse 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 the skills, knowledge and behaviours of the apprentice to operate competently in all aspects of clinical responsibilities.
It will also provide the apprentice 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.
Read more on our website!
http://www.harrietellis.com/apprentices-new/
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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