Dental Nurse Apprentice

Nationwide Healthcare Providers Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you at a forward-thinking dental practice, where you can embark on a rewarding career as a Dental Nurse Apprentice. This role offers comprehensive training and support, allowing you to develop essential skills in patient care, assisting in dental procedures, and maintaining a safe environment. With a clear path for career progression into roles such as head nurse or practice manager, this apprenticeship is designed to set you up for long-term success in the dental field. Join a team dedicated to high-quality care and continuous professional development, and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in dentistry.

Qualifications

• Ongoing support and training to equip you with skills for a career in dental nursing.
• Receive practical skills training while working in a dental practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to practice policies and procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Assisting in Dental Procedures

Sterilization of Instruments

Record Keeping

Education

Dental Nurse (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship

Functional Skills in Maths and English

Tools

Dental Equipment

Job description

They provide high quality dental and hygiene services, all team members keep up to date with the latest developments in dentistry and they have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join their nursing team.

• This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment.
• Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist, or dental cosmetics.
• Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.

During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development, and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.

Your daily activities could include:

• Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments.
• Providing patients with a high level of care.
• Setting up and cleaning surgery.
• Sterilising instruments.
• Updating patient records.
• Maintaining equipment.
• Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments.
• Adhering to practice policies and procedures.

During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Harriet Ellis Training) will teach you the theory side.

Your study will be based online. Off-the-job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.

• Dental Nurse (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.
• Functional skills in maths and English (if required).

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 6.00pm. Exact shift patterns will be confirmed with the apprentice.