Apprentice Dental Nurse Kings Dental
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: 20 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40
This is the minimum the practice will pay, they may pay more dependent on age and relevant experience.
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Working week
Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
23 Jun 2023
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Date posted
25 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000157787
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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 and 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) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Kings Dental
https://kingsdentalflitwick.co.uk/
Address
70 AMPTHILL ROAD
FLITWICK
BEDFORD
MK45 1AY
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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