Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.The day to day duties of a dental nurse can span across all areas of the practise and can include:
• Reception including answering the phone and greeting patients• Dealing with patient queries• Taking payments• Booking appointments and follow ups• Sterilising and preparing equipment for Dentists• Recording and dealing with patient records• Supporting patients’ wellbeing and dental experience• Cleaning dental areas including chairs• Managing stock of equipment and supplies• Any other duties to support the Dentists and senior team to provide effective patient careTraining:A dental nursing apprenticeship is a structured training program that combines practical experience with 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.• 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 healthcareTraining Outcome:With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager.
With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.
You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth.For more information on Dental Careers : Please visit :https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/Employer Description:Our dental practice is conveniently located in Hoddesdon. We are close to the A10 beside Hailey View Surgery and Ware Cross Pharmacy. We also have patients from the surrounding areas of Broxbourne, Ware, Neasing, Stanstead Abbots, Hertford, Cheshunt and beyond.
We are passionate about serving our patients with the utmost care, dedication and professionalism. We want you to have a comfortable visit and our dentists and staff will take the time to understand your needs and circumstances before making tailored treatment options for you.Working Hours :Monday - Friday: 8.45am- 6.15pm
Occasional Saturdays 8.45am-1.15pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
To assist with the planning of the curriculum using the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for guidance.
To help to set up for the daily programme and to help tidy away at the end of the session.
To act as a key person to a small group of children, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers and ensuring each child’s needs are recognised and met.
To work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
To advise the Manager of any concerns, e.g. health and well-being of children, parents or the safety of equipment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
To take action to support the setting to achieve and maintain a minimum good Ofsted rating at the next inspection.
To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences.
To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures.
To support mealtimes within the setting.
To actively participate at team meetings, supervision meetings and appraisal meetings.
To attend training courses as required and to take responsibility for personal development.
To keep completely confidential any information regarding the children, their families or other staff, which is acquired as part of the job.
To be aware of and adhere to all the setting’s policies and procedures including those relating to confidentiality, equality and diversity, health and safety, fire precautions, dropping off and collection of children, food safety, cleanliness of the setting, safeguarding, setting hygiene and whistleblowing. This is not an exhaustive list of the setting’s procedures.
To ensure that adequate records are kept and updated regularly.
To promote the setting to current parents and potential customers.
To comply with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation.
Training:Working towards completing Early Years Educator Apprenticeship Standard (including Level 3 Paediatric First Aid). Work based learning with adhoc workshops with your Assessor.Training Outcome:There will be opportunities for progression and a permanent position subject to performance.Employer Description:Founded in 2011 by two sisters with a passion for helping nurture the early years of child development, Tiddley Tots Nursery is a family-owned and operated childcare centre. Recently, to better serve our families, we have divided the business into two companies, Tiddley Tots Nursery Childcare and Tiddley Tots Day-care, but our dedication to providing quality care remains unchanged. We are sisters with a passion for childcare and a background in teaching & nursing
At Tiddley Tots, we strive to create a warm and nurturing environment where children can thrive and develop in a positive and healthy setting. Our commitment to exceptional care is evident, as our own children have flourished in our nursery.
We recognise the individuality of each child and provide personalised attention and care. Our ultimate goal is to provide a home-away-from-home experience for every child under our care.Working Hours :40 hours per week, Monday to Friday based on the following shift patterns:
7:30am to 6pm
7:30am to 1:30pm
8am to 5pm
9am to 6pm
8am to 6pm
8am to 2pm
12pm to 6pmSkills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Willingness to learn,motivated....Read more...
