Summary
You will work closely with a professional dental team while studying towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing, delivered in the workplace. In-house training, online learning and support will be provided by experienced dental professionals, ensuring you develop both your practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
What you will do at work
Key Responsibilities:
- Chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures
- Ensuring patient care and comfort at all times
- Preparing and maintaining a clean, sterile clinical environment
- Sterilising and decontaminating instruments and equipment
- Mixing dental materials and assisting with charting
- Developing dental X-rays
- Managing stock and supplies within the surgery
- Performing reception and basic administrative tasks
- Strictly following cross-infection control and health and safety procedures
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- GCSE English (4/C) – desired
- GCSE Maths (4/C) – desired
About this employer
We are a well-established practice with experience in training apprentice dental nurses. We offer a wide range of treatments for our patients from General Dentistry Hygiene appointments, Invisalign , Implants, Orthodontics Cosmetic Bonding and Root Canal treatments. We will train you to nurse in all aspects of dentistry in house.
After this apprenticeship
There are good career progression opportunities for example:
- Hygienist
- Head Dental Nurse
- Practice Management
Things to consider
Please note: You must be willing to undergo a DBS check, and a Hepatitis B vaccination is required.
Employee benefits
After probation, you will be on Simply health plan. After qualifying, the practice will pay for GDC registration and Indemnity. CPD support.