Apprentice Dental Nurse

Your main duties will be assisting the dentist with preparing instruments and equipment, mixing different materials as required and providing suction support.

You will undertake your practical duties such as:

Cross-infection control and decontamination Chairside clinical treatments supporting the dentist Processing of X-rays Accurate record keeping in line with the GDPR

Possible rotation in the practice may also involve working in central decontamination and reception duties.

Training:
The apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard for a duration of 24 months, which includes the City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing College attendance will be at the Colchester Institute (Colchester Campus) one day per week during term time During the course, all students are observed regularly in the workplace, undertaking clinical duties and ensuring they are following safe working practice

Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will gain a Licence to Practice qualification that will allow you to register with the General Dental Council and you can apply for registered/qualified positions There may be opportunities for you to study further and apply for other positions within the dental industry

Employer Description:
The surgery was established at its present location in March 2006 with its current owner, Dr. Agnieszka Marcinkowska-Lagosz DDS taking over the practice in November 2018. Since then the surgery has seen a lot of changes and investment including a complete overhaul of two of the three surgeries. The investment and improvements made to the practice have one aim and that is to enhance our patients’ experience at the practice. We have the pleasure in treating both NHS and Private Patients as well as offering the UK’s leading dental payment plan, Denplan from Simplyhealth. We understand that a visit to the dentist can be a daunting prospect for some people and that is why we want to make your visit with us as enjoyable or, at the very least, as stress free an experience as possible. Our entire team is here to assist you in reaching your objectives; whether that be to treat any problems with your oral health, or to completely transform your smile. We are conveniently located in the picturesque village of Great Horkesley just outside Colchester. We have limited on-site parking, which, for blue badge holders, can be reserved prior to appointments. We also have plenty of nearby parking on the road available. The practice has a ground floor surgery for patients with restricted mobility, we also have a stair lift to enable patients’ access to the first floor surgeries and facilities. Our mission is to provide our patients with the smile they deserve, as we truly believe in the power of a great smile which also spurs a powerful chemical reaction in the brain that can make you feel happier. Research has proven that the mere act of smiling can lift your mood, lower stress, boost your immune system and possibly even prolong your life.

Working Hours :
Week One (31.5 hours): Monday to Thursday 7:45am - 5:00pm (3 days a week with 1 day to attend college). Fridays off. Week Two (40 hours): Monday to Friday 7:45am - 5:00pm (4 days a week with 1 day to attend college).

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