Apprentice Dental Nurse

About the role

Dental Nurse Apprentice 🦷 (Level 3 Extended Diploma)

Are you looking for a career where you can make a real difference and get hands-on experience? ✨ Our 12-month, government-funded apprenticeship in Dental Nursing is the perfect place to start! Delivered by City & Guilds, this Level 3 Extended Diploma is your ticket to becoming a qualified dental professional.

What you'll be doing:

As a vital part of our team, you'll be working alongside experienced dentists and staff, gaining practical skills daily. Your responsibilities will include:

• Chair-side Support: Assisting dentists efficiently and reliably during procedures. 🤝
• Patient Experience: Ensuring our patients feel welcomed, comfortable, and well-supported throughout their visit. 😊
• Practice Operations:
• Answering phones and greeting patients at reception. 📞
• Managing appointments, booking follow-ups, and handling patient queries. 🗓️
• Processing payments accurately. 💳
• Maintaining and updating patient records. 📝
• Sterilisation & Hygiene: Sterilising and preparing equipment to the highest standards, and keeping dental areas clean and tidy. 🧼
• Stock Management: Keeping track of essential equipment and supplies. 📦
• Team Support: Assisting dentists and the senior team in any way needed to provide excellent patient care. 💪

Your Training:

• Course: Dental Nurse (GDC 2023) Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard.
• Provider: HARRIET ELLIS TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED.
• Location: Training will be conducted at the dental surgery.
• Off-the-Job Training: Approximately 7 hours per week, dedicated to building your skills and knowledge. 📚
• Functional Skills: Included if required.

This apprenticeship is equivalent to a Level 3 qualification (A Levels), providing you with a strong foundation for your future career. 🚀 Join us and kick-start your journey in dental nursing!

Key responsibilities

• Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to the dental surgery.
• Sterilise and prepare equipment for dentists.
• Perform reception duties, including answering the phone, greeting patients, taking payments, and booking appointments.
• Support patients' wellbeing and dental experience.
• Record and manage patient records, oversee stock of equipment and supplies, and clean dental areas.

Skills