Dental Nursing Apprentice Grange Road West Dental Practice

Grange Road West Dental Practice are seeking a hardworking Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprentice to join their team. The successful candidate will support chairside as well as some administrative tasks.

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Closing date: 10 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,609.60 to £18,964.40

    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

    Days and shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 35.0

  • Expected duration

    21 Months

  • Possible start date

    17 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    11 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000162587

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • As a Dental Nurse Apprentice, you will be assisting with all clinical aspects within the surgery and providing patients with a high level of care, so you need to be calm under pressure and able to put people at ease
  • You will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required for a successful dental nursing career. Your daily activities could include:

  • Sterilising instruments
  • Updating patient records
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments and assisting the dentists and hygienists
  • Being responsible for infection control in the dental surgery and general cleaning
  • You can also expect to work in other areas of the practice, including reception. That will see you 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?

  • Day release at Newcastle Site (Stamp Exchange, Westgate Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 1SA)
  • On and off the job training
  • Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship 
  • A level 3 qualification which has been approved by the General Dental Council as meeting the requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Depending on the circumstances of the business upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. The closing date, interview date and start date are subject to change.  This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Individuals are able to undertake an apprenticeship at a higher level than a qualification they currently hold, including any previously completed apprenticeships. Individuals can also undertake an apprenticeship at the same level, or lower level than a qualification they already hold as long as the new apprenticeship allows for new skills to be acquired and the content of the training is materially different from any previous qualification or apprenticeship. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews. Please be aware that as Northern Skills provide a recruitment matching service, we will also consider you for roles which pay the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage.

About the employer

There has been a dental practice at Grange Road West for over 100 years and we are extremely proud to continue to provide excellent dental care for generations of families across the region. Finalist for dental practice and dentist of the year 2017 Health Awards for South Tyneside We have five modern and fully equipped dental surgeries and our staff are dedicated to maintaining your healthy and happy smiles.

Employer

Grange Road West Dental Practice

Address

6 GRANGE ROAD WEST

JARROW

NE32 3JA

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Training

Training provider

MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)


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