Dental Nurse Apprenticeship - Salford

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

Job summary

A leading dental practice offers a permanent Trainee Dental Nurse position, where you'll receive on-the-job training while earning a Level 3 qualification. You'll develop essential skills by assisting dentists and ensuring exceptional patient care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday

Retail discounts and deals

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Works towards Level 3 qualification in Dental Nursing.
• Involves on-the-job training and assessments.
• Functional Skills in English and maths may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support.
• Ensure the clinical area is clean, tidy and disinfected.
• Complete patient clinical records accurately.

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