Apprentice Dental Nurse The British United Provident Association Ltd
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. You will be providing efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.
Closing date: 10 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£20,501.00
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Working week
Monday - Thursday: 8:00- 18:00. Friday: 8:00 - 13:30. (Breaks to be confirmed) Please note that anyone under the age of 18 can only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours should be amended accordingly, to fall in line with the legislation.
Total hours per week: 41.5
(the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
11 Oct 2023
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Date posted
08 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000197243
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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
- Booking appointments
- Provide reliable and efficient chair-side support to Practice Clinicians
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/C) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
The British United Provident Association Ltd
Address
Orchard Lane
Crewkerne
TA18 7AF
Training
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
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