Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship – The Heathcote Dental and Implant Clinic
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 become a qualified dental nurse and have a successful career in dental nursing.
You daily activities could include:
- Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
- Proving 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
Employer information
This is a mixed NHS and Private practice offering Dental Implants,Smile Design and Makeovers, Composite and Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Straightening, Teeth Whitening and Advanced Endodontics (Root canals) in addition to general dentistry. The practice is very friendly and there are opportunities for promotions within the practice for the right candidate
Additional information
General
GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English are desirable. If you do not have these grades, you will be required to complete Functional Skills.
Skill requirements
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
On the job training