Apprentice Dental Nurse

The Dental Practice; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local dental practice in Woking is offering an apprenticeship in dental nursing. This position includes the chance to gain hands-on experience and professional qualifications. Candidates must be over 19 due to insurance restrictions. The role offers training in various areas of dental care and the opportunity for career advancement within the practice.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 19 or above due to insurance restrictions.
• Completion of Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Dental Nursing.
• Attendance during shifts from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm; potential for evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical experience working alongside experienced dental staff.
• Participate in on and off-the-job training.
• Learn a wide range of dental treatments and skills.

Skills

Training in dental hygiene

Cross-infection knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Overview

Providing a wide range of dental treatments to the public we are a friendly and busy dental practice.

What you’ll do at work

• A great opportunity to be trained and potentially secure long-term employment with an employer who wishes to develop your knowledge and skills
• A good route into dental hygiene, dental therapy or dental cosmetics with further training
• Gaining a qualification offers excellent career progression into possibly moving into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position
• As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get practical experience
• You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff

What you will study

• Cross-infection
• Anatomy
• Radiography
• Oral hygiene
• Orthodontics
• Restoration
• Legislation
• First aid
• Health and safety

You will complete on and off-the-job training whilst you are fully supported throughout.

• Dental Nurse (GDC 2023) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, including Functional Skills if required

You will gain qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse with the General Dental Council (GDC).

You must be aged 19 or above for this position due to insurance restrictions.

Monday- Friday, between 9.00am- 5.00pm, shifts. May work evenings and weekends depending on the rota.