Dental Nurse Apprentice – Brookhouse Dental Practice

Summary

The Dental Nurse role compliments the role of other dental professionals. One of the primary roles is to provide chairside support to dental professionals and deliver a high level of patient care. Dental Nurses may work in a variety of clinical environments and the apprenticeship reflects all.

 

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

 

What you'll do at work

• All chairside support to the dentist and hygienist.


• The manipulation and application of dental materials across a range of dental treatment procedures.


• Knowledge and application of a wide range of dental instruments and equipment relevant for dental procedures.


• Decontamination and preparation of treatment rooms for a range of dental procedures.


• Decontamination of dental devices using appropriate practice decontamination equipment after receiving the necessary vaccinations.


• Decontamination equipment maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.


• Waste segregation and disposal in accordance with the practice policies and procedures.


• Use of the practice computer and X-ray systems


• Completion of laboratory request forms and keeping records of all items sent, received and fitted.


• Checking that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session.


• Other duties which will be discussed on interview.

 

Where you'll work

Station Rd
Gnosall
Stafford
ST20 0EZ

 

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

 

Training course

Dental nurse (GDC 2023) (level 3)

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Training Schedule 

• Dental Nurse Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard


• Functional skills may be required if necessary


• Online / Face to Face delivery

 

More training information

The programme will be delivered online / face to face, with the following structure:

• Every two weeks, you will attend a 3-hour live online classroom session


• During these sessions, new topics will be taught by your tutor


• You'll be expected to complete an additional 3 hours of coursework related to the session

 

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (Grade C/4 or above)


• Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above)

Share if you have any other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

 

Skills

• Communication skills


• IT skills


• Attention to detail


• Organisation skills


• Customer care skills


• Problem solving skills


• Administrative skills


• Teamworking


• Non judgmental


• Good time management


• Flexible team player

 

Other requirements

Candidates will need to pass a DBS check to start the role.

Able to communicate effective by email and telephone. Works well with others. Efficient time management and works accurately in a busy environment. Flexible team player.

Friendly with good interpersonal skills. Thrives in time-sensitive situations.

 

About this employer 

NHS treatment at this dental surgery

• Advice about looking after your teeth and gums


• Check ups


• Fillings, crowns and bridges


• Gum disease treatment


• Root canal treatment


• Scale and polish (cleaning)


• Taking teeth out

 

Company Benefits

Uniform supplied.

Once qualified, GDC and Indemnity are paid for by the practice.