Apprentice Dental Nurse THE RADBROOK DENTAL PRACTISE

A fantastic opportunity to be trained as a dental nurse in a busy thriving Dental Practice. The opportunity will lead to full time employment and offer career progression once in post. Duties include assisting other dental health professionals, providing chair side support and a high level of patient care.

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Closing date: 12 Jan 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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

    Shifts to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    15 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    03 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000202941

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Meeting, greeting and caring for patients in a polite and professional manner at all times
  • Working closely with the dentist or hygienist in a professional and appropriate manner
  • Providing chair-side assistance during all dental procedures, using four-handed dentistry and remaining a step ahead at all times
  • Updating computer records, patient's personal files, taking notes and recording clinical assessments
  • Cleaning the surgery to a high standard, maintaining strict cross infection control and adhering to policies and standards as set by the GDC in line with The Health Technical Memoranda
  • Preparing instruments and materials before and during treatments and maintaining stock control Re-processing re-usable items in the correct manner to ensure sterilisation has been appropriately achieved.

The training you will be getting

  • Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you'll receive a Level 3 Dental Nursing Advanced qualification. 
  • Training will take place at Radbrook Dental Practice. 
  • You will be working/training with the employer 5 days a week and receive frequent visits from your Assessor. 
     

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

On completion of this Level 3 Dental Nursing Advanced Apprenticeship the apprentice can register with the General Dental Council as a qualified Dental Nurse, and complete a range of Level 4 qualifications, such as Oral Health or Radiography.

Alternatively, full-time employment with the employer is available.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Communication skills, Customer care skills, Number skills, Organisation skills, Patience, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4) Essential

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 and saliva, you will also be standing for long periods of time. You will be required to have a DBS check and be vaccinated against Hepatitis B.

About the employer

Established in 1988, has a team of two dentists and three hygienists plus nursing and reception staff. Our reputation is based on providing quality dentistry to all ages with the emphasis on prevention.

Employer

THE RADBROOK DENTAL PRACTISE

Address

UNIT 2

THE MORRIS RADBROOK CENTRE

BANK FARM ROAD

SY3 6DU

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Training

Training provider

SANDWELL COLLEGE

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

Jayne Acquaye

Jayne.Acquaye@sandwell.ac.uk

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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