Dental Nurse Apprentice City Dental Practice - HSS & PKS DENTAL LIMITED
Excellent opportunity to be be part of a friendly professional team, assisting with all aspects of dental treatment and excellent patient care based in Wolverhampton. You will take instruction from the dentist responding efficiently and accurately.
Closing date: today
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£12,480.00
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday to Friday (Hours to be confirmed at interview)
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
20 May 2024
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Date posted
24 Apr 2024
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000237491
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
- Take instruction from the dentist responding efficiently and accurately
- You must ensure the dentist's comments regarding the condition of the patients mouth throughout the check up are recorded correctly
- The surgery and any relevant materials must be prepared in time taking care to sterilise all instruments and working areas
- Dental instruments must be to hand ready to be passed to the dentist when needed
- Dental nurses may at times be required to assist on the reception desk of the practice where they will need to answer the telephone and welcome patients to the dental practice
- Good communication skills and customer service awareness is needed to maintain a high level of service within the dental practice making the patients feel welcome and comfortable
- Working sometimes under pressure dental nurses must remain professional and work quickly and efficiently
- Being in close contact with the patients is a daily requirement for a dental nurse, therefore they must understand the patients' needs and possible anxieties about attending the dentist endeavouring to make their experience as comfortable as possible
The training you will be getting
- Level 3 Advanced Dental Nurse Diploma offers employment within a dental practice which is accredited by City & Guilds. It enables you to develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to work competently in all aspects of clinical responsibilities in dentistry
- Your qualification will also provide you with the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse with the General Dental Council (GDC)
What you will study:
- The Role of a Dental Nurse and Legislation Health & Safety Cross Infection Control Anatomy and Treatment Planning Medical Emergencies and First Aid Dental Radiography Oral Hygiene Orthodontics, Endodontic and Oral Surgery Restorations, Gingival Health and Prosthetics
- You will complete on and off the job training whilst being fully supported throughout, progressing to 'gateway' and finally sit your end point assessment (EPA)
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
There are a wide range of opportunities available to enable registered dental nurses to extend their clinical duties and develop their knowledge and skills within particular areas of interest, for example:
- Dental radiography
- Oral health education
- Sedation dental nursing
- Orthodontic dental nursing
- Special care dental nursing
- Oral surgery dental nursing
Taking dental impressions - The application of topical fluoride
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Other Functional skills (Grade Level 2) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
City Dental Practice - HSS & PKS DENTAL LIMITED
Address
48 Dudley Street
Wolverhampton
WV1 3ER
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
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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