Apprentice Dental Nurse

The applicant will learn all aspects of the life within the dental practice such as: reception duties, sterilising duties, and nursing duties.

The clinical side is the most important area for the applicant and will be guided by all the trained nurses within the practice. Responsibilities will grow in time but to begin with, learning is the most important area.

We aim to help and support the applicant to complete and qualify their role in Dental Nursing.

Main duties will include:

Reception duties and greeting clients. Helping to put clients at ease. Undertaking sterilising duties. Following hygiene procedures. Nursing duties. Assisting our trained dental nurses, dentist or hygienist. Chairside assistance including passing instruments.

Training:

For the full apprenticeship, candidates will complete:

Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing.

For the End Point Assessment (EPA) apprentices will undertake a workplace observation, question and answer session, and a case study.

Apprentices must achieve a General Dental Council (GDC)- approved Licence to Practice qualification in Dental Nursing.

Apprentices must attend college sessions one day per week at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre.

Training Outcome:

A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a position following their apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
We are a family run private dental practice.

Working Hours :
Working will fall across Monday- Friday, 8:00- 17:30. 60 minute break every day.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Commitment,Strong work ethic,Excellent time management,Friendly,Enthusiastic,Well-motivated,Able to multi-task