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Old Park Road Dental - Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship MRS NAVDEEP CHAL

Are you looking for a new career path? This is an exciting opportunity for someone eager to start a career in dental nursing. Based in a friendly practice. The role will involve providing chair side 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: 20 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60

    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

    Monday - Friday, with hours to be determined.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    27 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    25 Jan 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000126063

  • 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.

You 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, Organisation skills, Customer care skills

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

If you are using public transport, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular and reliable service is available. In Dental Nursing, it is a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.

About the employer

Hitchin based dentist Old Park Dental Surgery has been providing personalised dental care in Hitchin for over 55 years. Generations of families have been coming to us for for our expertise in cosmetic and restorative dentistry and dental hygiene.  Old Park Dental Surgery is dedicated to providing our patients with high quality treatment in a relaxed and friendly environment. With modern dentistry becoming more and more sophisticated, with advances in technology and equipment, we pride ourselves on keeping up to date with the latest techniques so that we can provide a first class service.

Employer

MRS NAVDEEP CHAL

Address

Old Park Dental Surgery, 72 Old Park Road

HITCHIN

SG5 2JT

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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: 20 Feb 2023