Apprentice Dental Nurse TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LTD
The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course: City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing. The job entails assisting the dentist, sterilising equipment, reception and any other ad hoc duties as may be required.
Closing date: 15 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40 to £21,673.60
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
Varied shifts within these opening hours: MONDAY 1200-1945, TUESDAY 1200-1945, WEDNESDAY 0800-1545, THURSDAY 0800-1545, FRIDAY 0800-1500.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
17 Oct 2023
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Date posted
16 Feb 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000135075
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
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
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
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 is the expected career progression after this 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
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LTD
Address
5 The Old Gaol
Abingdon
OX14 3HE
Contact
Daniel Swann
Training
Training provider
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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