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Dental Nurse Apprentice Chatsworth House
Are you a people person? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Chatsworth House Dental Clinic, a Dental Practice based in Harrogate, are looking for a confident and hardworking individual to join their friendly team. The successful candidate will work towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing.
Closing date: 27 May 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Weekly wage
£177.97
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
Mon 9:00 – 17:00 Tue 8:00 – 17:00 Wed 8:00 – 17:00 Thur 8:00 – 16:00 Fri 8:00 – 16:00
Total hours per week: 37.00
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Expected duration
21 months
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Possible start date
06 Jun 2022
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Date posted
28 Jan 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC001815065
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Positions
2 available
As an apprentice Dental Nurse you will be assisting with all clinical aspects within the surgery and providing patients with a high level of care. You will need to be unflappable under pressure and able to put people at ease. You will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with skills and knowledge required for a successful dental nursing career.
You daily activities could include:-
- Assisting the dentist with providing treatments to patients
- Patient Care
- Setting up and cleaning surgery
- Sterilising Instruments
- Updating Patient Records
- Maintaining Equipment
- Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
- Adhering to practice policies and procedures
During your apprenticeship you will development the skills required to support patients and dental staff in providing safe and effective treatment from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
- Enthusiastic
- Able to work well under pressure
- Good time mangagement
- Good interpersonal skills
Personal qualities
The candidate must be organised, with good communication skills, be computer literate, keen to learn, be of smart and professional appearance at all times and have a positive attitude.
Desired qualifications
GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
Future prospects
Potential for future employment on completion of the apprenticeship for the right candidate.
Things to consider
This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. The closing date, interview date and start date are subject to change. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Individuals are able to undertake an apprenticeship at a higher level than a qualification they currently hold, including any previously completed apprenticeships. Individuals can also undertake an apprenticeship at the same level, or lower level than a qualification they already hold as long as the new apprenticeship allows for new skills to be acquired and the content of the training is materially different from any previous qualification or apprenticeship. For example, if you already have a Level 4 qualification you still may be able to complete an apprenticeship at any level providing you meet the eligibility criteria and are learning substantive new skills. Please note; if you have been progressed, you will be contacted to complete a telephone interview. Please expect to receive a call from us within 5 working days. Applicants must go through this telephone procedure for your application to be progressed.
Please be aware that as Northern Skills Group provide a recruitment matching service, we will also consider you for roles which pay the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage.
The current National Minimum Wage for an apprentice is £4.30 an hour. This rate applies to apprentices under 19 and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year.
Apprentices must be paid at least the minimum wage rate for their age if they are aged 19 or over and have completed their first year.
The minimum wage rates are £6.45 an hour for 18-20 year olds and £7.70 for anyone aged 21 and over.
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that’s part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
About the employer
Mixed NHS and Private dental practice
Training
Training provider
MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE
Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Northern Skills Group
Level 3 qualification in Dental Nursing
Technical Certificate
Day release class
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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