Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship - Stanley Dental Practice

Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in Kidderminster. 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

A family run practice providing outstanding dental healthcare to the Kidderminster and Worcester area since 1998. Our patients deserve to know that they are seeing an experienced dentist and will be treated in a respected way within a welcoming environment, supported by modern technologies and here at Stanley Dental Practice, Kidderminster, we are proud to offer just that to all of our patients.

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 to Friday. Hours to be determined.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED