Apprentice Dental Nurse - Middlesbrough

About the role

Ready to kickstart your career in healthcare? 🦷✨ We're looking for ambitious individuals aged 18+ to join our team as a Dental Nurse Apprentice!

This is a fantastic 12-month, government-funded opportunity to earn your Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing, accredited by City & Guilds. 🎓 You'll be learning on the job, gaining hands-on experience while working towards a recognized qualification.

What you'll be doing:

• Providing essential chair-side support to our dentists, ensuring smooth and efficient treatment. 🤝
• Mastering the art of sterilizing and preparing equipment – cleanliness is key! 🧼
• Shining at reception, welcoming patients with a smile, answering calls, and managing bookings. 📞📅
• Handling patient queries and payments with professionalism. 💰
• Keeping patient records up-to-date and organized. 📝
• Making sure our patients feel comfortable, supported, and have a positive dental experience from start to finish. 😊
• Managing stock and supplies to keep our practice running. 📦
• Contributing to a clean and safe dental environment. 🧽

What you'll need:

• A passion for healthcare and helping others. ❤️
• A commitment to learning and developing your skills. 🌱
• To be eligible for government funding and over 18 years old. 🇮🇪
• Successfully pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. ✅
• To get a Hepatitis B vaccine. 💉

About the role:

• Qualification: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing (City & Guilds).
• Duration: 12 months.
• Location: Training and work will be at our dental surgery. 📍
• Requirements: Functional Skills training if needed.

This apprenticeship is the perfect launchpad for a rewarding career as a Dental Nurse (GDC registered 2023). If you're ready to dive into a dynamic and caring environment, we want to hear from you! 🎉

Key responsibilities

• Assisting dentists and providing chair-side support
• Sterilising and preparing dental equipment
• Performing reception duties, including patient greetings and managing appointments
• Supporting overall patient experience and wellbeing
• Managing and maintaining patient records

Skills