Apprentice Dental Nurse SOUTHERN DENTAL LIMITED
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: 22 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40
This is paid at the national minimum wage dependent on age so could be up to £19,760.
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Working week
Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00. Occasional Saturdays will be required.
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
24 Dec 2023
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Date posted
28 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000201952
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
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
The training you will be getting
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 in English & maths level 2 qualifications are required unless you are already exempt.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
The right candidate may secure a full-time job within dentistry. 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
SOUTHERN DENTAL LIMITED
Address
22 Carfax
Horsham
RH12 1EB
Training
Training provider
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Contact
Daniel Swann
Apprenticeship standard
Dental nurse (integrated)
Level 3 (A level)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
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