Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 - Partington Dental Practice
TAUFEEQ RAUF, KABITA SHAH, NASSER SYED &MUSHARAF JAFFRI
Manchester, M31 4FL
Closes in 23 days (Tuesday 12 November)
Posted on 15 October 2024
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Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in Partington. The role will involve providing chairside support and a high level of oral health care to patients. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.
- Annual wage
- £12,979.20 a year
- Training course
- Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday 9am to 6pm, Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 8.30am to 1pm
39 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 18 November
- Duration
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1 year 7 months
- Positions available
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Work
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
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
Providing patients with a high level of care
Setting up and cleaning surgery
Sterilising instruments
Updating patient records
Maintaining equipment
Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
Adhering to practice policies and procedures
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.
Where you’ll work
Partington Dental, Partington Health Centre, Central Road, Partington
Manchester
M31 4FL
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
ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Patience
Other requirements
A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.
About this company
Our practice is a state-of-the-art space that’s modern yet comfortable, and home to a group of dedicated and talented professionals. We offer all aspects of dentistry, from restorative and cosmetic , to general and orthodontic.
After this apprenticeship
This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000282303.
Apply now
Closes in 23 days (Tuesday 12 November)
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