The role of an Apprentice Dental Nurse encompasses:
Preparing and maintaining the dental equipment, instruments and materials within a dental surgery
Carrying out infection control and decontamination proceduresRecording dental charting carried out by clinicians
Preparing, mixing and handling dental materials
Providing chairside support to dentists, therapists and hygienists throughout a range of dental procedures
Providing support and reassurance to patientsProviding administration support in making appointments, taking payments and dealing with paperwork
An experienced dental nurse will use his/her knowledge of dentistry to anticipate what is needed during treatment sessions, a skill that is highly valued by the clinician.Training:Level 3 Dental nurse apprenticeship standardCollege lessons are delivered by Sandwell College in the workplace and online.
You will be trained in the City and Guilds Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
Emergency first aid in the workplace qualification at Level 3
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Completion of this qualification will enable candidates to register with the GDC as a qualified dental nurse. The practice also offers a full in-house training programme to cover the practical aspect of the job role.Training Outcome:There are a wide range of opportunities available to enable registered dental nurses to extend their clinical duties and develop their knowledge and skills within particular areas of interest, for example:
Dental radiography
Oral health education
Sedation dental nursing
Orthodontic dental nursing
Special care dental nursing
Oral surgery dental nursing
Taking dental impressions
The application of topical fluoride
Dental nurses may also progress onto university to become a dental hygienist/therapist.
Employer Description:A lovely dental practice looking to recruit a new apprentice Dental Nurse in Oldbury, West Midlands.
Queenshead Dental has been open for 10+ years and provides dental services to NHS patients.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm. Closing for 1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Assist in creating a safe nurturing environment for children
Support the planning, implementation and evaluation of the EYFS curriculum, ensuring activities are developmentally appropriate and inclusive
Foster positive relationships with parents and guardians and sharing information about children’s development and well-being
Observe and assess children’s development, documenting observations and contributing to individual learning plans
Support children’s personal care needs, including feeding, changing and promoting independence
Contribute to maintaining a clean and welcoming nursery
Collaborate with nursery team to plan and deliver engaging learning activities both indoors and outdoors
Training:An apprenticeship includes regular training with our training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
All training will be carried out at the setting.Training Outcome:
Potential to gain permanent employment within the setting
Employer Description:Cranleigh Lodge is a small, homely nursery registered to provide care for up to 38 children. Positioned between Christchurch and Bournemouth town centre, in Tuckton.
Cranleigh Lodge Day Nursery was opened in October 2007 by Jo Moss, a qualified nursery nurse with 15 years’ experience in the childcare field.
The nursery aim is to provide the best full and part day care for children aged between 8 weeks and 5 years within a fun, stimulating and loving environment, offering outstanding opportunities for all children to learn through play and develop to their highest individual potential.Working Hours :Cranleigh Lodge Day Nursery are open from 07:30-18:00 Monday to Friday, all year round
The successful candidate will be required to work between 29-39 hours per week, with shift patterns to be discussedSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
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 duties
Dealing with patient queries
Answering the phone
Taking payments
Booking appointments
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.
A level 3 qualification which has been approved by the General Dental Council as meeting the requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse.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:Welcome to our dental practice in the heart of Bletchingley, Surrey. Our experienced and GDC-registered clinicians offer various services, including general dental treatments, facial aesthetics, dental hygiene, and therapy. Above all, we are dedicated to patient-focused care and strive to deliver the best dental care.
Some general dental treatments include dental exams and hygiene, teeth whitening, dental fillings and RCTs, extractions, dentures, composite bonding, veneers, crown and bridges. In addition, we offer non-surgical facial aesthetics such as Anti-wrinkle and filler treatments, including anti-wrinkle procedures, dermal fillers, cheek & lip augmentation and much more.Working Hours :5 days out of 7 including some weekends, variable shift times (TBC).Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...