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Dental Nurse Apprentice High Street Dental

This is an amazing opportunity to begin a career as a dental nurse in a well established practice. Full training will be provided with the opportunity for the right candidate to stay on permanently.

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Closing date: 06 Sep 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,004.32

    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

    Working hours: Monday –Wednesday: 8.30am-5.30pm Thursday: 8.30am – 6.30pm (this is on a rota basis) Friday: 8.30am – 5.00pm Lunch- 1pm-2pm Apprentice will be given a full day or half day off each week.

    Total hours per week: 36

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    12 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    27 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000070033

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate and according to the practice’s health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions

Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order.

Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available

Ensure the care and welfare of patients

Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed

Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies

Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc

Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted

Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery

Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored

Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records

Attend and participate in practice meetings

Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (perhaps including the duties and tasks of receptionist as required)

Undergo training as may be required to develop skills and abilities

Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR

Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct

 

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The successful candidate will be working towards a level 3 dental nurse qualification with The Learning Foundry. Training will be delivered on the job, with 20% off the job hours to complete course work assigned by an assessor. An assessor will visit once a month to see how learning is progressing and provide any support that is needed.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once qualified to register with the GDC and work at the practice as a qualified dental nurse. We offer a range or NHS and private treatments and at the practice and encourage all staff members to go onto course to further their knowledge and carer and to complete CPD.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4 C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 C) Essential

Things to consider

Candidate will be required to have all relevant Hepatitis B injections

About the employer

The practice is well established for over 30 years based in Newton le Willows. The practice is modern and bright with five fully equipped surgeries. The surgeries are fully digital, operating on SOE software and digital x-rays. The staff are well trained, friendly and professional. The team consists of the Practice owner, Principal Dentist, 3 Associate Dentists, the Practice Manager, 6 Dental Nurses and 1 Receptionist. We are currently expanding the practice to bring in new and existing patients wanting private treatment such as aesthetics. We are looking forward to this new exciting opportunity.

Employer

High Street Dental

Address

62-64 HIGH STREET

NEWTON LE WILLOWS

WA12 9SH

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Training

Training provider

THE LEARNING FOUNDRY LIMITED

Contact

Jacob Evans

jacob.evans@thelearningfoundry.co.uk

0300 123 8088

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

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