Apprentice Dental Nurse

JR United Kingdom; Enniskillen; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for their Apprentice Dental Nurse program. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to 'earn while you learn' in a supportive environment. You will gain essential skills and knowledge to become a GDC registered dental nurse while providing excellent patient care. With a focus on professional development and a range of benefits, this role is perfect for those passionate about healthcare and patient support. Join a team committed to helping people live healthier lives and enjoy a fulfilling career in dental care.

Benefits

Access to MyHealthcare

Discounts at retailers and gyms

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted dental insurance

Cycle to Work

Free flu vaccination

Discounted eye tests

Career development support

Company-covered GDC registration

Professional indemnity coverage

Qualifications

• Achieve Level 3 qualification in 18-24 months.
• Must have Level 2 English and Maths for assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent patient care from entry to exit.
• Support dental professionals with chair-side assistance.

Skills

Patient Care

Chair-side Assistance

Infection Control

Communication Skills

Education

Level 3 Qualification

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

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Position: Apprentice Dental Nurse - Bupa Dental Care Enniskillen Practice

Type: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

At Bupa Dental Care, our people are at the heart of everything we do – and we do this because we care. We have created environments where people can look forward to coming to work, feel empowered, and benefit from working collaboratively with industry experts to help us achieve our aim: helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.

Role Overview

Our Dental Nurse Apprenticeship will support and provide you with the necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours on your journey to becoming a GDC registered qualified dental nurse. This includes:

• Providing excellent patient care from entry to exit.
• Supporting dental professionals with chair-side assistance to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Opportunity to 'earn while you learn'.

Qualifications

You will achieve a Level 3 qualification following an 18-24 month training programme. You must also achieve Level 2 English and Maths (equivalent to GCSEs A*-C) before your end-point assessment if not already achieved.

Learning Outcomes

• Oral anatomy and physiology, respiratory and circulatory systems.
• Transmission and prevention of infectious diseases.
• Dental materials, equipment, and resources.
• Medical emergency management.
• Legislative and regulatory compliance.
• Clinical skills development.
• Health promotion and patient management.

Salary and Benefits

We offer competitive pay rates that increase upon qualification, along with a range of benefits including:

• Access to MyHealthcare for support and advice, plus an annual allowance of approximately £350.
• Discounts at retailers, gyms, and fitness facilities, including online providers.
• Employee Assistance Programme, Family Mental HealthLine, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Discounted dental insurance for staff and immediate family.
• Additional benefits: Cycle to Work, free flu vaccination, discounted eye tests, Menopause Plan, Wagestream, and more.
• Support for career development, including free post-qualification training and CPD.
• Company-covered costs for GDC registration, DBS, and professional indemnity.

Join Us

Apply now to become part of our dedicated team. Find us on LinkedIn and Facebook to learn more about working with us. We value diversity and promote an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves, united by the purpose of helping people live healthier lives. Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.