Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 - Blossom Family Dental Care

Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in York. The role will involve providing chairside support and a high level of oral health care to patients. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.

About the Employer

We have a strong reputation for unparalleled private patient care and comprehensive dental treatment. This was recognised in the profession as the practice was a finalist for Best Practice in the 2016 Dentistry Awards. Investing in our excellent staff team embodies our commitment to our patients, placing communication and trust at the heart of Blossom Dental Care and Implant Studio, York and we are offering a fabulous opportunity for an apprentice, committed to a career in dental nursing, join our professional, supportive team.

What You'll Do

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 (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side.  Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions.  Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.

Training Outcome

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.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Dental nurse (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday - hours to be determined.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED