Apprentice Dental Nurse Optima Dental Care
We are seeking an apprentice dental nurse to join our team and take their first steps towards a rewarding and satisfying career. The dental nurse apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn through a combination of practical training, studying and working in the practice. We would love you to join our team.
Closing date: 12 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40 to £21,673.60
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
Shifts within these times. Monday to Friday, shifts between 9am and 7pm. Saturdays 9am-1pm. 5 days per week, varied shifts each week.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
14 Jun 2023
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Date posted
15 Jul 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000065580
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians. The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as reception, dealing with patient queries, answering the phone, taking payments and booking appointments.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK. Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager.
With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.
You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth.
Health careers:
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Optima Dental Care
https://optimadentalcare.co.uk/maidenhead/
Address
195 Boyn Valley Road
Maidenhead
SL6 4DT
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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