Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 - South Park Dental Practice (1)
PERFECT SMILE CLINIC (UK) LIMITED
Harrogate, HG1 5QU
Closes in 26 days (Thursday 22 August)
Posted on 25 March 2024
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Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in Harrogate. The role will involve providing chairside support and a high level of oral health care to patients. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.
- Annual wage
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£15,600 a year
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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.
- Training course
- Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday Hours to be determined
37 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Friday 30 August
- Duration
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1 Year 7 Months
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
The use of VR Technology
Functional Skills English and Maths if required
Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
Where you’ll work
Dental Surgery, 1 South Park Road
Harrogate
HG1 5QU
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4-9)
- Maths (grade 4-9)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
Other requirements
A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.
About this company
We have been providing excellent professional dental care to our patients for over 25 years. Our friendly team ensure that their visits are as pleasurable as possible and we offering a dental nursing apprenticeship to a keen, eager candidate to join our team.
After this apprenticeship
This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000239996.
Apply now
Closes in 26 days (Thursday 22 August)
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