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.

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Closing date: 28 Mar 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,580.00

  • Working week

    Working hours will be Monday to Friday- weekly shift patterns will be discussed further at interview.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 May 2023

  • Date posted

    14 Mar 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000144738

  • 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

Communication skills, Team working, Initiative, Excellent time management, Commitment, Strong work ethic, Able to deal with people, Friendly nature, Enthusiasm, Motivated, Able to multi-task

Qualifications

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

About the employer

We are an NHS practice with a small amount of private work. We have a team of four nurses, a receptionist and a therapist. The dentist is the owner and his wife manages the operations. We are focussed on delivering good oral health advice and support, as well as working together with local and international communities.

Employer

WEST EARLHAM DENTAL HEALTH PRACTICE LTD

Address

50 EARLHAM WEST CENTRE

NORWICH

NR5 8AD

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Training

Training provider

CITY COLLEGE NORWICH

Contact

City College Norwich

apprenticeships@ccn.ac.uk

01603773365

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

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