Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 - Dental Partners St John's Dental Practice DENTAL PARTNERS TRADING LIMITED
This is an exciting opportunity to join Dental Partners; the ‘Best Place to Work’, in the St John's Dental Practice. Our ‘Best Place to Work’ ethos provides a supportive environment for all staff; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 08 Jan 2024
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,982.40 to £21,673.60
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 - Friday - open hours are 7.45am to 5.15pm. Shift hours to be determined.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
19 Months
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Possible start date
15 Jan 2024
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Date posted
13 Nov 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000208903
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to become a qualified dental nurse and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Key responsibilities
· Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
· Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients, including those who are anxious or upset
· Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
· Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
· Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed
· Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checks
· Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery
· Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records
Working Hours are Monday to Friday 7.45am to 5.15pm (some Saturdays once established and able to nurse unsupervised )
· Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use Best Place for Perks app
· £50 birthday bonus
· Uniform provided
· Refer a friend scheme
· Annual leave that increases with each year of service
· Automatic pay increase plus a bonus of £1000 upon successful completion of your course
· A clear development pathway (and a policy to promote from within!)
WAGE DEPENDANT ON AGE
The training you will be getting
Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:
- Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing, approved by the General Dental Council
- Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
- End-Point Assessment (EPA)
- On the job training
- We utilise a Virtual Realty Headset as a training tool
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
Working with us we can offer: A clear company purpose committed to being the “Best Place to Work” A highly supportive and experienced team including our longstanding clinicians Peer on peer support from Regional Lead Nurses An opportunity to give back via our Community & Charity initiatives A varied role including reception cover Automatic Pay Rise upon Completion
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
DENTAL PARTNERS TRADING LIMITED
Address
St John’s Dental Practice Inch Arran House Ringhill Street
Dorchester
DT1 3BX
Training
Training provider
ASPIRATION TRAINING 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
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
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 08 Jan 2024