Dental Nurse Apprentice

Introduction

Start your career in dentistry with Bassett Dental, a modern and patient-focused practice in Burgess Rd, Southampton. Working alongside an experienced and supportive team, you'll gain nationally recognised qualifications while developing the skills needed to become a qualified Dental Nurse in a welcoming, high-quality clinical environment.

About the Employer

At Bassett Dental Practice, we provide high-quality, patient-focused dentistry in a calm and welcoming environment. Located in Southampton, our experienced team offers a full range of treatments including general dentistry, hygienist care, Invisalign, dental implants, composite bonding and complete smile makeovers.

What You'll Do

As a Dental Nurse Apprentice, you will work closely with dentists and the wider clinical team while learning all aspects of the role, including:

• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments and materials before patient appointments
• Provide chairside support to dentists during a variety of dental procedures
• Welcome and reassure patients, helping them feel comfortable throughout their visit
• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, cross-infection control and decontamination
• Sterilise and prepare dental instruments following practice procedures
• Record accurate patient information and update dental records
• Support the management of stock, equipment and clinical supplies
• Learn about preventative dental care and oral health promotion
• Assist with appointment preparation and general day-to-day running of the practice
• Develop excellent communication, teamwork and patient care skills while working alongside experienced dental professionals

Training Outcome

Successful completion of the apprenticeship will allow you to register with the General Dental Council (GDC) as a qualified Dental Nurse.

There may also be opportunities to:

• Become a permanent member of the Bassett Dental team, subject to business needs and performance
• Progress into more senior responsibilities within the practice
• Develop specialist skills through additional post-qualification training
• Progress into areas such as dental hygiene, dental therapy, orthodontic nursing or practice management

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Willingness to learn
• Good manual skills

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - English - 4/C
• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4/C

Course Information

Course: Dental nurse (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday: 9:00am–5:00pm Tuesday: 10:30am–6:30pm Wednesday: 9:00am–5:00pm Thursday: 10:30am–6:30pm Friday: 9:00am–5:00pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: SOUTH HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE GROUP

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.