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Upton Dental Practice Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 SUKH LYALL, GURPREET BAHRA

Are you eager to start a career in dental nursing? We have a new apprenticeship opportunity available based in a practice in Worcester. 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.

Apply now

Closing date: 16 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,520.00

    Based on £6.50 per hour

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    19 Months

  • Possible start date

    23 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Dec 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000116358

  • Positions

    1 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

We utilise a Virtual Reality Headset as a training tool.

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, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4-9) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Desired

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. Working Hours are Monday - Friday 8.30am- 5.30pm

About the employer

Upton Dental Surgery is a small family run practice based in Upton upon Severn in Worcester.  Open Monday to Friday and providing a wide range of dental treatments and we are looking for an apprentice to join our nursing team.

Employer

SUKH LYALL, GURPREET BAHRA

Address

Upton Dental Practice, Tunnel Hill, Upton-upon-Severn

WORCESTER

WR8 0QL

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Training

Training provider

ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 16 Feb 2023