Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship - Gensmile Dental Care (Backwell) GENSMILE DENTAL CARE LIMITED

Are you looking to start a career in dental nursing? Based in a friendly practice in Bristol. 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.

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Closing date: 21 Apr 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,004.32

    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

    Mon 8.15am-6pm, Tues 9.45am-8pm ,Thurs 7.15am-5pm, Fri 8am-2pm, Sat 8.45am-1pm.

    Total hours per week: 36

  • Expected duration

    19 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 Apr 2023

  • Date posted

    02 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000139588

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The hours are Mon 08.15-6 Tues 09.45-8 Thurs 07.15-5 Fri 8-2 and Saturdays 08.45-1pm (36 hours per week)

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, Attention to detail, 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 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.

About the employer

Backwell Dental care is an established practice that has undergone a superb refurbishment. Now, patients can enjoy the very best service from the comfort of a stylish, contemporary surgery offering the most up to date technology and facilities. We are committed to being an approachable and friendly practice whilst at the same time providing the highest standards of dentistry. All of our treatment rooms are modern and equipped to the state of the art . Dental chairs have flat screen televisions above them and patients are welcome to bring their own choice of DVD to help them relax during their appointment, alternatively watch one of our selection. We always have enough time for each procedure to allow us to take a break, should you require, during any procedures. We have excellent customer satisfaction rates and excellent Google reviews, we are a nice practice with a supportive team. If you look great when you smile, you’ll want to smile more often and the team at Backwell Dental Care have a passion for creating beautiful smiles in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. The team are proud to offer patients some of the finest cosmetic dental services.

Employer

GENSMILE DENTAL CARE LIMITED

Address

Backwell Dental Care, 17 West Town Road, Backwell

Bristol

BS48 3HA

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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: 21 Apr 2023