Dental Nurse Apprentice DENTOPEDIA LIMITED

We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly dental practice. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing. Assisting other dental health professionals, providing chairside support and a high level of patient care.

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Closing date: 30 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    The National minimum wage is the lowest amount that an employer can offer and so this is the lowest wage expectation. The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

  • Working week

    Monday and Tuesday, 8.30am to 5.30pm. Wednesday and Thursday, 8.30am to 7.30pm. Friday, 8.30am to 1.30pm. Saturday, 8.30am to 3.00pm.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    31 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    28 Jun 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000178004

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The role of a dental nurse is to assist the dentist with all clinical aspects of the surgery.

This includes but is not limited to:

  • Always Greeting and caring for all patients in a polite and courteous manner
  • Work closely with the dentist in a professional and appropriate manner
  • Provide chairside assistance during all dental procedures
  • Updating computer records and taking notes
  • Cleaning surgery to a high level, maintaining strict cross infection controls
  • Preparing instruments and materials during treatments 

You will be earning whilst learning during your apprenticeship. The dental practice will give you all the practical knowledge you will need to qualify as a dental nurse and the training provider (Harriet Ellis) will teach you all the theoretical sides. 

Your studies will be online based on weekly teaching sessions and off-the-job training given to you and paid for by your employer. 

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

  • The Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship offers employment within a dental practice with an accompanying assessment and skills development programme
  • It will develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours of the learner to operate competently in all aspects of clinical behaviour
  • It will also provide you with the relevant qualifications to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC)
  • Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment
  • Functional Skills in maths and English at Level 2 are available to be studied alongside the apprenticeship if you do not have GCSEs or Functional skills or equivalent at level 2 already

What you will study:

  • Cross infection
  • Anatomy
  • Radiography
  • Oral hygiene
  • Orthodontics
  • Restoration
  • Legislation
  • First aid
  • Health and safety
  • You will complete on and off-the-job training whilst you are fully supported throughout, progressing to gateway and endpoint assessment

For more information, please visit the training providers' website at:

https://harrietellis.com/dental-nurse-apprentice/

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • A great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment with an employer who wishes to develop your knowledge and skills
  • A good route into dental hygiene, dental therapy or dental cosmetics with further training
  • Once qualified, it offers excellent career progression into possibly moving into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Reliable, Hard working, Keen to learn, Calm and confident, Experience is not necessary

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You will need to have a keen interest in becoming a dental nurse and not be put off by the sight of blood. You will be required to have a DBS check and be vaccinated for Hepatitis B.

About the employer

Providing a wide range of dental treatments to the public we are a friendly and busy dental practice.

Employer

DENTOPEDIA LIMITED

Address

382 Uxbridge Road

London

W5 3LH

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Training

Training provider

HARRIET ELLIS TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Contact

Apprenticeship Registrations Team

info@harrietellis.com

01708 776 050

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

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