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Salary GBP300 per week
Duration 19 months
Advert closing date 26/02/2024
Description
Are you looking for a new challenge in Dental Nursing? We have an apprenticeship in York. that could help you on your way. The role will involve providing chairside support to dental professionals and providing a high level of oral health care to patients.
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in Dental Nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
Providing 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
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.
Entry requirements
Maths and English GCSE at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) are desirable. If you do not have these, you will study functional skills alongside your apprenticeship.
Training to be provided
The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -
Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control
First Aid and Medical Emergencies
Oral and General Health
Endodontic Treatments
Prosthetic Treatments
Radiation and Radiography
Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
Health and Safety
Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
Things to consider
A passion and desire to work within the dental sector are essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.
Skills required
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Future prospects
This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist, or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.
Hours per week 40
Working week Monday - Friday 8.15am - 5.45pm
Apprenticeship standard Dental nurse (integrated) (Level 3)
York, North Yorkshire, England, YO32 2HX
