Apprentice Dental Nurse Upton Dental Surgery

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.

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Closing date: 02 Nov 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    This can increase dependent on relevant age and experience.

    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

    Monday to Friday, 8.30am-5:30pm. Shifts will vary between these timeframes

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    03 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    11 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000182046

  • 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
  • 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

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You will be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B. You will also need to pass a DBS check.

About the employer

Upton Dental Surgery is a long-standing dental practice located in the heart of Upton-upon-Severn. Our surgery is beautifully placed in an area of outstanding natural beauty and we have a wonderful reputation based on quality, trust, and patient care. We share our modern, purpose-built center with other healthcare providers who proudly support the surrounding community. Our team takes their time to build relationships with each of our patients, ensuring that we provide an exceptional service with each of the treatments we have to offer.

Employer

Upton Dental Surgery

Address

Tunnel Hill

Upton-Upon-Severn

Worcester

WR8 0QL

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Training

Training provider

TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED

Contact

Mary-Petra Obika

mary.obika@tempdent.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Dental nurse (integrated)

Level 3 (A level)

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