Apprentice Dental Nurse

Bramcote Dental Practice

Somerset, BA7 7BJ

Closes in 15 days (Sunday 11 August at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 April 2024

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Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join us as an apprentice Dental Nurse, the apprentice will be working within a small team of 12 and will have access to a Training Portal to allow continued professional development, Health Assured Wellbeing Support, 5.6 weeks annual leave (bank holidays additional) and regular Team Building events.

Annual wage
£17,550 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
Our practice opening hours are Monday-Friday 09.00-17.30 Our dental nurses work Monday-Friday 08.30-18.00. They start 30 min prior to the practice opening and continue to work 30 min after the practices closes.

45 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 26 August

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

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 training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular college attendance. This training will teach you the knowledge, skills and behaviours set out in the Dental Nurse L3 standard. On completion the apprentice will receive Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice of Dental Nursing (Integrated Apprenticeship) qualification. Functional Skills in maths and English may also be required depending on current level.   

Where you’ll work

Bramcote Dental Practice

Woodcock Street

Castle Cary

Somerset

BA7 7BJ

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

YEOVIL COLLEGE

Your training course

Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
  • Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
  • Comply with current best practice guidelines
  • Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
  • Effectively manage own time and resources
  • Provide chair side support during dental procedures
  • Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
  • Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
  • Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
  • Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
  • Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
  • Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
  • Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
  • Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
  • Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
  • Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
  • Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
  • Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
  • Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
  • Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
  • Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
  • Take part in continuous professional development activities
  • Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
  • Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
  • Participate in quality improvement activities as required
  • Be collaborative and work as part of the team
  • Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
  • Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
  • Comply with current best practice guidelines
  • Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
  • Effectively manage own time and resources
  • Provide chair side support during dental procedures
  • Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
  • Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
  • Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
  • Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
  • Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
  • Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
  • Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
  • Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
  • Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
  • Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
  • Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
  • Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
  • Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
  • Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
  • Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
  • Take part in continuous professional development activities
  • Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
  • Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
  • Participate in quality improvement activities as required
  • Be collaborative and work as part of the team

    • Your training plan

    This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English (grade 9 - 4/A* - C)
    • Maths (grade 9 - 4/A* - C)

    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
    • Problem solving skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative
    • Patience

    Other requirements

    You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. In some cases, you may be required to have a telephone interview with Yeovil College prior to your application being passed on. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

    About this company

    Bramcote dental Practice is a family-owned independent dental practice. The practice was established in 1970 and has been providing NHS dentistry for at least 40years. The practice was acquired in August 2021 by the current owner, Maria Nasturas. We currently have 3 general dentists at the practice providing NHS & private dental care, 2 full time & 1 part time. We also have a dental hygienist providing care to our patients 5 days per week and a dental technician 1 afternoon per week. Working alongside our clinicians we have a well-established support team consisting of 6 dental nurse, 5 receptionist and a practice manager. Our whole team strive to provide our patients with a warm welcome and the best care possible.

    http://bramcotedentalpractice.co.uk (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    Following completion of your apprenticeship we can offer you a place to grow as a dental nurse, as part of a knowledgeable, experienced, well-established team.

    There will be opportunities to expand your skill set and undertake further training and post-graduation qualifications.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    Bramcote Dental Practice

    Lucy Hiscox

    bramcotedp@ukrtc.net

    01935 845380

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000242050.

    Apply now

    Closes in 15 days (Sunday 11 August at 11:59pm)

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