Apprentice Dental Nurse WEST EARLHAM DENTAL HEALTH PRACTICE LTD
West Earlham Dental Practice are looking to recruit an Apprentice Dental Nurse who will learn all aspects of the life within the dental practice, including reception duties, sterilising duties and nursing duties. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to earn a salary and gain a level 3 qualification.
Closing date: 28 Mar 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£8,580.00
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Working week
Working hours will be Monday to Friday- weekly shift patterns will be discussed further at interview.
Total hours per week: 30.0
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Expected duration
24 Months
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Possible start date
01 May 2023
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Date posted
14 Mar 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000144738
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
The clinical side is the most important area for the applicant and will be guided by all the trained nurses within the practice. Responsibilities will grow in time but initially learning is the most important area.
We aim to help and support the applicant to complete and qualify their role in Dental Nursing.
Main duties will include:
- Reception duties
- Greeting clients
- Helping to put clients at ease
- Undertaking sterilising duties
- Following hygiene procedures
- Nursing duties
- Assisting our trained dental nurses
- Assisting the dentist or hygienist
- Chairside assistance, including passing instruments
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
For the full apprenticeship, learners will complete:
- Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
- Level 2 Functional Skills in English
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths
Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for Level 2 English and maths prior to taking the End Point Assessment.
Apprentices must achieve a GDC approved Licence to Practice qualification in Dental Nursing.
Apprentices are expected to attend college sessions one day per week at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Opportunities may be available for the apprentice to progress as a qualified Dental Nurse, TCO or Therapist.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
About the employer
Employer
WEST EARLHAM DENTAL HEALTH PRACTICE LTD
http://www.westearlhamdental.co.uk/
Address
50 EARLHAM WEST CENTRE
NORWICH
NR5 8AD
Training
Training provider
CITY COLLEGE NORWICH
Contact
City College Norwich
01603773365
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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