Job Description

The dental nurse works within the dental team to provide oral health care for patients. As a dental nurse you will come into close contact with patients of all ages so good communication and a friendly manner are essential.

As an apprentice Dental Nurse, you will be assisting with all clinical aspects within the surgery and providing patients with a high level of care. You will need to be unflappable under pressure and able to put people at ease. You will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with skills and knowledge required for a successful dental nursing career.

You daily activities could include: -

Assisting the dentist with providing treatments to patients

Patient 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

During your apprenticeship you will development the skills required to support patients and dental staff in providing safe and effective treatment from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments.

Hours: 40.00 per week

About the employer:

Stamford Dental Care has always prided itself on providing an excellent patient experience and first-class dental services. We offer cutting edge dental technologies in Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry and Orthodontics, carried out by our experienced and friendly team of dentists and nurses.

Requirements and Prospects:

Good communication skills

Good IT skills

Willing to learn and take on new challenges

A quick learner who is willing to take things on board

Ambitious

Prides themselves with a common sense 'can do approach'

Hard working

Must be a team player

Must have an outgoing personality as you will be interacting with patients

Reliable approach and have a passion to start a career as a dental nurse

Possibility of ongoing employment and further development following completion of the dental nursing qualification.

Training Provided:

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

Work remotely

No
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: 7.55-12.50 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Licence/Certification:

Valid GDC registration (preferred)
Work Location: In person