About
Employer description
The Dental Practice is a friendly and busy dental practice based in Northgate Street, providing a wide range of dental treatments to the public.
We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly dental practice. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.
Main description
The successful candidate will be assisting other dental health professionals, providing chairside support and a high level of patient care.
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get practical experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work:
- Prepare and maintain the clinical environment, equipment and materials for dental procedures
- Keep accurate and current patient records on the system
- Work to current best practices for dental nurses, assisting when needed
- The Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship offers employment within a dental practice with an accompanying assessment and skills development programme. It will develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours of the learner to operate competently in all aspects of clinical responsibilities.
- It will also provide you with the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
What you will study:
Cross infection
Anatomy
Radiography
Oral hygiene
Orthodontics
Restoration
Legislation
First aid
Health and safety
You will complete on and off-the-job training whilst you are fully supported throughout, progressing to gateway and endpoint assessment.
Training to be provided
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
HARRIET ELLIS TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED
Your training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Your training plan
Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard & qualification, including Functional Skills if required
- An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
- You will have an average of 7-hours per week of your working hours for your off-the-job training
- This can be at the dental practice or at home, but it is up to your employer
- Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon. Further details will be made available at a later date
Entry Requirements
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
You will need to have a keen interest in becoming a dental nurse and not be put off by the sight of blood. You will be required to have a DBS check and be vaccinated for Hepatitis B. The role of a dental nurse is demanding and can be very physical as you will be on your feet all day.
Future prospects
- A great opportunity to be trained and potentially secure long-term employment with an employer who wishes to develop your knowledge and skills
- A good route into dental hygiene, dental therapy or dental cosmetics with further training
- Gaining a qualification offers excellent career progression into possibly moving into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 23/07/2025
Salary
£11,778 to £19,047.60
Location
This job is located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
How to Apply
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