Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprentice College Road Dental Practice
Fantastic opportunity to train as a Dental Nurse. The ideal candidate holds some experience as a dental nurse however, it is not essential. No dental qualifications are required, as full training will be provided. Working in a busy, fast-paced dental practice you will learn and earn at the same time to become a fully qualified Dental Nurse.
Closing date: 19 Aug 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,700.00
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Working week
Days & Shifts to be confirmed with employer.
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
22 Aug 2022
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Date posted
18 Jul 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000066713
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Working towards an advanced apprenticeship in dental nursing for a dental practitioner, the ideal candidate must have an interest in a career in dental nursing.
The role includes:
- Working alongside the dentist taking instruction from them and responding in an appropriate manner
- Maintaining good infection control procedures and adhering to policies and protocols
- Ensuring cleanliness of surgery, equipment and instruments used and carrying out general housekeeping duties
- Dictate information from the dentist and recording patient information correctly
- Arrange appointments, answering calls and inputting data on the computer
- Assist with administration tasks and ensure records are kept up to date and to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Good communication skills and customer service awareness is needed to maintain a high level of service within the dental practice
- Dental nurses interact daily with patients and therefore you must be able to make patients feel welcome and offer reassurance to anxious patients endeavouring to make their experience as comfortable as possible
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
A level 3 Dental Nurse qualification which has been approved by the General Dental Council as meeting the requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse, which includes;
Level 2 functional skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
There will be limited sessions that will require college attendance at our Walsall Campus, during the 18 months training period. All other sessions remain virtual on a once weekly basis.
Full-time apprentices will typically spend 15 months on-programme (before the gateway) working towards the occupational standard, with a minimum of 20% off the-job training. As this vacancy is not a full-time apprenticeship the duration has been extended.
The purpose of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) is to test that an apprentice is fully capable of doing their job before they receive their apprenticeship certificate. It also helps to demonstrate that what an apprentice has learned can be applied in the real world.
The focus is now on the outcome of an apprenticeship and apprentices have to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers have identified they need.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Once qualified, you can register as a Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council.
Progression routes are available and you can study further in dental related qualifications at Level 4: Radiography, Oral Health, Education and Sedation.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Once qualified, you can register as a Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council.
Progression routes are available and you can study further in dental related qualifications at Level 4: Radiography, Oral Health, Education and Sedation.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9- 4/C- A) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
College Road Dental Practice
https://www.collegeroaddentalbirmingham.com/
Address
354 COLLEGE ROAD
BIRMINGHAM
B44 0HH
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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