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Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Saving Smiles - Weedon

This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to start a career in dental nursing. Based in a friendly practice in Weedon, Northampton. The role will involve providing chairside support to dental professionals and providing a high level of oral health care to patients.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 09 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,003.84

    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

    32 Hours a week, Mon-Fri. Hours to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 32.00

  • Expected duration

    19 Months

  • Possible start date

    23 Oct 2022

  • Date posted

    07 Sep 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000084868

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship you will receive ongoing support, development and training
to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to become a qualified dental nurse and have a successful career in
dental nursing.

Your daily activities could include:

  • Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
  • Proving patients with a high level of 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

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

Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • On the job training

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possibility of ongoing employment and further development following completion of the dental nursing qualification.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

If you are using public transport to get to this employer, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear, enhanced DBS. Please also note that you will be required to undertake FIT mask testing to become a Dental Nurse.

About the employer

Saving Smiles - Weedon is part of two practices based in Northampton. This large, 7 surgery practice is located in Weedon. The practice has good transport links and parking close by the surgery. This practice is offering an apprenticeship on 4 days a week giving flexibility for a candidate. The team comprises of 5 nurses whom will be readily available to mentor any new apprentice successful post interview.

Employer

Saving Smiles - Weedon

Address

Saving Smiles Dental Surgery, 5 Church Street, Weedon

NORTHAMPTON

Northamptonshire

NN7 4PL

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Training

Training provider

ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

To apply, you must register with Aspiration Training Limited and then follow the instructions to complete your application.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 09 Oct 2022