Apprentice Dental Nurse
Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.
The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as:
Training:
This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK.
Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3.
Functional Skills English & maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.
Training 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.
Health careers:
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/
Employer Description:
We can offer you and your family a complete range of treatments in a relaxed and modern environment. Whether you want to maintain, improve or restore your original smile with the resultant confidence that a healthy mouth gives, we have the facilities. Based in a beautiful building by the river in the centre of Frome. The practice has been established in its present location for over fifty years. It has continued to build on a loyal following, having a progressive approach.
Working Hours :
Monday, 8.45am -1pm / 2pm -5.30pm. Tuesday, 7.45am -1pm / 2pm -7.30pm. Wednesday, 7.45am -1pm / 2pm -5.30pm. Friday, 8.45am -1pm / 2pm - 4.30pm.
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience