Apprentice Dental Nurse Southwell 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. Duties include providing chair side support to all dental professionals and ensure high standards of cleanliness and infection control, interact with patients of all ages and booking appointments.
Closing date: 15 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£9,360.00
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Working week
Monday Friday, varied shifts between 9am and 5pm.
Total hours per week: 30.0
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
17 Dec 2023
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Date posted
09 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000120999
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
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
- Booking appointments
The training you will be getting
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. Functional Skills English & maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.
What to expect at the end of your 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
Southwell Dental Care
https://www.southwelldentalcare.com/
Address
70 Lower Kirklington Road
Southwell
NG25 0DN
Contact
Daniel Swann
Training
Training provider
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
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