Dental Apprentice

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work:

Greeting patients Chairside assisting Stocking surgery Preparing the surgery prior to treatments Charting and managing patient data Mixing materials Keeping surgery tidy and clean Managing Infection prevention control Booking patients' appointments Sterilisation and decontamination Processing of radiographs

Training:

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation: Excellence-Solutions Limited.

Your training course: Dental nurse (integrated) Equal to Level 3 (A level).

Course contents

Your training plan: Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard Qualification End Point Assessment (EPA) Functional Skills in English and maths if required Training location to be confirmed

Training Outcome:

With experience, you could:

Move into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position Serving in the armed forces as a dental nurse Become a dental hygienist or dental therapist with further training Become an orthodontic therapist to help dentists improve the look and position of patient's teeth

Employer Description:
We provide NHS services and also offer affordable private cosmetic treatments. Latest techniques and materials available. Most patients attend due to word of mouth and recommendation of others

Working Hours :
Shifts are to be confirmed. 40 hours a week.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience