Apprentice Dental Nurse

Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to work in a lovely dental practice and train to be a fully qualified dental nurse with Smart Dental Academy. Level 3 Apprenticeship.

Annual wage

£12,313.60 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

The first 12 months will be paid at the National Minimum wage for apprentices (£6.40(. Thereafter, it will rise to, at least, the national minimum wage

Training course

Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)

Hours

Job Type: Full-time Pay: From £6.40 per hour Schedule: 8 hour shift Work Location: In person

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Saturday 21 December

Duration

1 year 6 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

An exciting opportunity for a trainee dental nurse to complete the level 3 diploma in dental nursing.

No experience necessary as full training will be provided.

Essential:

To be able to travel to the academy in Heald Green for training one day per week.
GCSE’s A-C/functional skills level 2 in English and maths.
Full time vacancy only (37 hours per week)

We are looking for someone:

Hardworking
Reliable
Excellent communication skills
Eager to learn
Positive attitude
Flexibility and the ability to work under pressure
Good organisational skills

Dental Nurse role consists of:

Assisting dentists
Decontaminating instruments
Updating patient records as instructed by the dentist
Supporting the wider team
Have the ability to use your own initiative
Set up and prepare the surgery
High standards of cleanliness and infection control
Keeping patient information confidential
Reassuring patients
Confidentiality
Reception duties
Stock control
Follow all workplace policies and procedures
Safeguarding
Assist with X-rays

Where you’ll work

112 WALMERSLEY ROAD

BURY

BL9 6DX

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

SMART DENTAL ACADEMY LIMITED

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

You will wok 4 days a week, and study one day a week with us,

More training information

Established in 2012, we are a Northwest based training provider for dental nurses, dentists and practice managers, with academies in Manchester, Blackburn and Liverpool.

We are on the government register of approved training providers and hold a direct contract with the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA)/Department of Further Education (DFE), we are also OFSTED regulated, with very positive outcomes.

Our Mission Statement:

Smart Dental Academy aims to deliver high quality dental nurse training to all learners, by putting them in the centre and enabling them to reach their potential. We believe in the worth and dignity of each individual. Our aim is to nurture their gifts and talents by providing a caring, challenging and stimulating environment in which effective teaching and learning takes place. We aim to create an optimistic and positive environment that holds high but reasonable expectations of every learner.

Our Values:

At Smart Dental Academy we share a common set of core values. These are the values which define who we are.

They help us understand how we should behave and they guide us in all the work we do.

We are an open, welcoming and supportive academy. Our commitment to equality and diversity underpins everything we do.

We build and sustain positive relationships with many communities.
Placing the learner at the heart of all we do.

Showing courtesy and mutual respect, treating everyone equally and appreciating diversity.

The key to our success - Learning, teaching and assessment.
Empowering learners to achieve their full potential.
Working collaboratively to achieve high standards and growth.

We offer the Advanced Level 3 Diploma Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing, the Level 4 Practice Management Apprenticeship and also run the following private courses for GDC registered dental nurses. 
Application of Fluoride Varnish. 
Impression Taking.  
DICL Training – In house or at one of our academy locations. 
 
The aim of the academy is to deliver a variety of dental training, to the very highest standard. Providing our learners with the knowledge and skills, to create an exciting new career pathway and to inspire others to do the same.  We pride ourselves and have gained Matrix accreditation for the help, support and guidance that we provide, not only to our learners, but also to our employers.     
   
We have worked hard to gain the respect and trust of the practices that we deal with, many returning to use our services, when for the need for a new learner arises and also recommending us to fellow associates. The national average percentage of learners to complete the apprenticeship is 75%, we have achieved an average of over 96%. We hold a 100% pass rate with regards to apprentice End Point Assessment and 100% technical certificate pass rate, 92% of learners passing the examinations on their first attempt. This is through sheer hard work, dedication and our determination for Smart Dental Academy to become a market leader.   
   
We hold accreditation with the following organisations:-   
   
City & Guilds:

ILM (Institute of Leadership & Management)   
Matrix (regarding the advice, information and guidance that we provide) .
Century Tech (assessment of maths and English functional skills)  
NCFE/CACHE. 
   
Our website is www.smartdentalacademy.co.uk  for your perusal.   
   

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

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

About this company

A lovely dental practice in Bury

Company benefits

A lovely dental practice in Bury.

After this apprenticeship

Once qualified, you will be a fully qualified dental nurse with progression routes ranging from practice management to post graduate courses such a impression taking.

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