Dental Nurse Apprentice Kirkholt Dental Centre

Immediate start for trainee dental nurse to join our small and friendly team. We are looking for an individual, well presented, punctual, with good communication skills and a genuine interest in this role, and whose motivation and enthusiasm will be evident at the interview.

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

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Closing date: 14 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    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 to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    21 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    03 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000128705

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Successful applicants will provide full clinical support to dentists and patients including chairside assistance, infection control and patient care
  • To assist with reception or any clerical duties as requested and perform such other tasks as reasonably requested by the management team
  • Full training will be given, and we have qualified staff on hand to aid in your development
  • You will also be required to perform a receptionist service to patients including booking appointments and processing payments
  • Taking confidential information from patients
  • Developing digital radiographs
  • You must have excellent customer service and organisational skills, good attention to detail and excellent IT skills
  • You must also be flexible and punctual

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

  • Dental nurse integrated level 3 apprenticeship standard
  • L3 extended diploma in dental nursing
  • This is a work-based qualification with weekly timetabled classes (Thursday).

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Subject to a successful apprenticeship you will be employed by the company.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Kirkholt Dental Centre is situated in the heart of Rochdale. We are an established Dental practice and see ourselves as an approachable dental practice providing high quality, gentle dental care for all. Our aim is simple: we care for our patients as though they are family.

Employer

Kirkholt Dental Centre

Address

6/7 The Strand

Rochdale

OL11 2JG

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Training

Training provider

BURY COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please click on the link below. Complete the form at the bottom of the vacancy with your details and attach a copy of your CV. A member of the Bury College apprenticeship team will then be in touch regarding your application.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 14 Apr 2023