Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.

The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as:

Reception Dealing with patient queries Answering the phone and greeting patients 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

Training:

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 healthcare

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:
J M Worsley Dental Practice is a private dental practice, which provides a range of services for the whole family. Whether you want a dental check-up or a complete smile make-over, you can rely on our years of experience and qualified dentists to satisfy your needs. JM Worsley Dental Practice offers affordable Private Dentistry, that caters for everyones needs. Whether you require a routine dental appointment, or Cosmetic Dentistry, we're the practice for you.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9am 5:30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience