Dental Nurse Apprentice

Summary

This full-time position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance in a dental career and gain direct experience in a thriving and supportive workplace. In practice you will work closely with the dentist, assisting in surgery, as well as having sterilisation, decontamination and clinical duties and possible reception cover.

Wage: £15,704 a year
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Training course: Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours: Monday- Friday. Hours to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Thursday 1 May
Duration: 2 years
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 to include:

Preparing surgery/materials/instruments for each patient
Following decontamination/sterilising protocols
Safe disposal of clinical waste
Processing/assisting with dental radiographs
Updating medical histories
Following all practice policies and procedures
Obeying all dental ethical guidelines including all rules on confidentiality

Where you’ll work

4 The Avenue
Leigh
WN7 1ES

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

DENTRAIN PROFESSIONALS LTD

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

Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard lasting 24 months which includes:

Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
Level 1/2 Functional skills in English and maths (if required)
End Point Assessment (EPA)

More training information

Training schedule has yet to be agreed, details will be made available at a later date

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade D or 3)
Maths (grade D or 3)

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
Presentation skills
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

So that we can process your application further please follow the link below to complete the application form. Once this has been completed, I will be in touch to invite you for an interview. https://dentrain.picsweb.co.uk/app/Guest/SignUp/Applicant/abe58c6c29fe49898f0f520e8e31703d Access to a computer/laptop and the internet are essential To enable us to consider your application, can you please send your full CV, ensuring it contains all of the following details: Full name. Full address including post code. Contact telephone number. E-Mail address. Education history - including qualifications obtained (English/maths GCSE results or equivalent required) Details of previous employment including roles and responsibilities/extra curriculum activities A personal statement about yourself. Cover letter/statement of why you wish to become a Dental Nurse.Please send/attach as a PDF or Word Document to pam@dentrain.net. Exams are held at Dentrain Professionals, 22 Bridge Street, Bolton, BL1 2EA. Our course provider Dentrain Professionals Ltd, offer the NEBDN accredited Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing apprenticeship. For more information, please see their website: www.dentrain.co.uk www.facebook.com/DentrainProfessionalsEducation

About this company

We welcome you to Avenue Dental Centre, where we offer an array of comprehensive, general and cosmetic dentistry for the whole family. We are a compassionate, professional dental team in Wigan who are committed to keeping your oral health in the best possible shape. In addition, we strive to provide you and your family with a personalised experience. Keeping your smile healthy and beautiful is our priority. Our team can offer simple fillings, to complicated restorative dentistry treatments.

https://audental.co.uk/avenue-dental-centre/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Full Dental Nurse qualification with registration with the GDC
Post qualifications are available after registration including Sedation and Oral health

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DENTRAIN PROFESSIONALS LTD

Pam Clare

pam@dentrain.net

01204528652

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000306078.

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Closes on Wednesday 30 April 2025

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