Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship - Bidford Dental Practice
Dental Level 3
Job description
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
The use of VR Technology
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.
Employer information
At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities. Bidford Dental Practice is a 4 Surgery predominately private dental practice offering both a high standard of routine and specialist dental treatments including Implants, Orthodontics and Facial Aesthetics.
Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
Learning support from a regional Trainee
Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
Uniform provided
Refer a friend scheme
Working and Training as Dental Nurse…
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
Accurately complete patient clinical records
Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checks
Additional information
Requirements
Maths and English GCSE at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) are desirable. If you do not have these, you will study functional skills alongside your apprenticeship.
Prospects
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.
Training provided
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
The use of VR Technology
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
Considerations
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.
