Dental Nurse Apprenticeship - Leicester

Paragon Skills; Leicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodericks Dental Partners is looking for Trainee Dental Nurses to assist in NHS and private dental procedures. This permanent 'learn while you earn' apprenticeship role offers extensive training, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional development. A passion for patient care and teamwork are essential to succeed in this dynamic workplace.

Benefits

Retail discounts and deals

Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday

Annual leave package increasing with service

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Participants work towards a Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard.
• May need to achieve Functional Skills in English and maths.
• On-the-job training at a dental practice with blended learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support.
• Ensure patient care and experience is at its best.
• Follow health and safety and infection control procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

IT skills

Team working

Education

Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard

Job description

Job Description

A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.

About

As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:

• Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
• Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
• Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
• Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
• Accurately complete patient clinical records
• Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checks
  
  

The National Diploma in Dental Nursing (level 3) Qualification will include:

• On the job training
• Online learning
• Face-to-Face training sessions
• Completion of a record of experience
• Written and Practical exams
  
  

At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.

• Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
• Learning support from a regional Trainee
• Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
• Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
• Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
• Uniform provided
• Refer a friend scheme
• Working and Training as Dental Nurse…
  
  

If you like the sound of working with Rodericks Dental Partners, don’t hesitate, click “Apply” now.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• IT skills
• Team working
  
  

Training

Your training plan

• A dental nursing apprenticeship is a structured training program that combines practical experience with virtual classroom learning. It typically includes:
• Qualifications: Participants work towards a Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard and may need to achieve Functional Skills in English and maths
• Training: Involves on-the-job training at a dental practice, alongside online study and weekly teaching sessions
• Delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK.
• Assessment: Includes an End Point Assessment (EPA) to evaluate competency
  
  

More training information

• Qualification: Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard awarded City and Guilds
• Assessment: End Point Assessment (EPA) after completion of your Portfolio
• Functional Skills: English and/or maths (if needed)
• Training Location: Dental Practice near you + Online Webinar
• Qualification Approval: Integrated Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification (General Dental Council)
• Delivery: Online study with weekly teaching sessions
• Off-the-Job Training: Provided and paid for by your employer
• Schedule: To be agreed upon; details coming soon
  
  

Prospects

Career Path: Prepares apprentices for professional registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) as qualified dental nurses Overall, it provides a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in dental healthcare