Apprentice Dental Nurse SOUTHERN DENTAL LIMITED

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course and is comprised of 3 main components: • City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing • Functional Skills English & Maths level 2 qualifications (unless exempt) • Integrated End Point Assessment – consisting of a synoptic test, interview & observation.

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Closing date: 10 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    This will be increased dependent on relevant age and experience.

    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, 09:00 - 17:30.

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    12 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000140570

  • 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 and booking appointments.

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

Dental nurse (integrated) level 3

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

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired

Things to consider

You will be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B. You will also need to pass a DBS check.

About the employer

Poringland Dental is a family practice, committed to providing you with a high standard of dental treatment. We are proud to care for you in a pleasant, relaxed and understanding environment. Our Practice team, including two GDC qualified dentists, provide a professional and modern service to patients. We have an ongoing programme of investment in training and facilities, with a commitment to providing excellence in dental care and personal service.

Employer

SOUTHERN DENTAL LIMITED

Address

27 The Street

Poringland

Norwich

NR14 7RA

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Training

Training provider

TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

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