Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Some of your duties will include:

- Assisting the dentists with suction, retraction, manipulation of air and water syringes, passing instruments and mixing/passing materials
- Ensuring all lab work is checked and available prior to patients arrival
- Developing digital x-rays
- Cleaning and sterilising instruments
- Greeting and caring for patients
- Maintaining a clean environment during surgery
- Carrying out reception and administration tasks.

Training:

You will be assisting with all clinical aspects within the surgery and provide patients with a high level of care. You will receive ongoing support and development to equip you with the skills and knowledge required for a successful dental nursing career.

If you are the successful candidate for this vacancy, you will be expected to provide an effective and efficient service.

You should have good communication skills, confidence using a computer and be highly organised.

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 and above, or equivalent is preferred but not essential.

You will require Hep B inoculation and a DBS check.

On the job training will be carried out at Alrewas Dental Practice.  As well as working at the practice, you will need to attend Derby College every fortnight for academic training. 

At the end of the training you will attain the of a L3 qualification of a dental nurse.

Training Outcome:

Once successfully completing your apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity to continue your career progression at the dental practice.

Employer Description:
Alrewas Dental Practice is a well established practice that has been treating the wonderful patients of the village of Alrewas since 1980.

Working Hours :
Monday 0845 - 1700 Tuesday 1045 - 1900 Wednesday 0845 - 1200 Thursday 0845 - 1300 Friday: 0845 - 1700

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