Dental Nursing Apprentice Level 3

Summary

You will work towards a level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship standard. You will assist dentist, hygienist or therapist by providing dental chairside support duties relevant to stage of competence under supervision of a named GDC registrant in accordance with the GDC guidance for apprentice dental nurses.

Annual wage: £12,480 a year
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Training course: Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, and Saturday shifts on a rota basis.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Tuesday 14 January
Duration: 1 year 8 months
Positions available: 1

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

Duties and responsibilities will include:

Assist dentist, hygienist or therapist by providing dental chairside support duties relevant to stage of competence under supervision of a named GDC registrant in accordance with the GDC guidance for apprentice dental nurses
Keep a log of your structured induction and on-going compliance training using training record template and ensure each training session is counter-signed by your supervisor - a named GDC registrant
Work towards a nationally recognised qualification leading to the registration with the GDC
Follow all practice policies and procedures
Establish, promote and maintain productive working relationships with all of the dental team
Liaise with the practice manager on all matters concerning administration, pay and conditions
Assist with reception duties and perform other clerical duties if required
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work
Key tasks to be carried out under supervision
Develop and demonstrate competence in the chairside support procedures outlined in your competence record
The manipulation and application of dental materials across a range of dental treatment procedures
Knowledge and application of a wide range of dental instruments and equipment relevant for dental procedures
Decontamination and preparation of treatment rooms for a range of dental procedures
Decontamination equipment maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
Waste segregation and disposal in accordance with the practice policies and procedures
Use of the practice computer and X-ray systems
Completion of laboratory request forms and keeping records of all items sent, received and fitted
Checking that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session

Where you’ll work

R Dental Clinic

460 Idle Road

Bradford

BD2 2AR

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

BRADFORD COLLEGE

Your training course

Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
Comply with current best practice guidelines
Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
Effectively manage own time and resources
Provide chair side support during dental procedures
Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
Take part in continuous professional development activities
Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
Participate in quality improvement activities as required
Be collaborative and work as part of the team
Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
Comply with current best practice guidelines
Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
Effectively manage own time and resources
Provide chair side support during dental procedures
Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
Take part in continuous professional development activities
Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
Participate in quality improvement activities as required
Be collaborative and work as part of the team

Your training plan

This course is delivered using a blended delivery model. An apprentice will spend 2 days per month at Bradford College undertaking classroom-based learning in addition to regular workplace assessments.

Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, the apprentice will be awarded the following:

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing
Functional Skills in maths and English Level 2 (if applicable)

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 9 - 4 (A* - C))
Maths (grade 9 - 4 (A* - C))

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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

Make sure you can get to and from the employer each day easily.

About this company

R Dental Clinic is a preferred preventative, general and cosmetic dental practice led by a team of highly qualified and experienced dental professionals. Established over 50 years ago, we have built up a loyal base of over 7,000 patients in Bradford, Leeds and neighbouring areas.

https://www.rdentalclinic.co.uk/about-us/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

There are a range of post registration courses available for dental nurses looking to further their education. They may include a range of higher education qualifications or other work-related education and training to support continuing profession development such as Certificate in Dental Sedation Nursing, Certificate in Oral Health Education etc.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BRADFORD COLLEGE

Tom Hughes

t.hughes@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

01274 728316

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000291783.

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