Dental Nurse Apprentice – Chris Bird Dental Care Ltd

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

Duties will include:

• Assisting the dentist chairside


• Updating patient records


• Cleaning and decontamination of instruments and surgery


• Reception duties


• General admin duties

 

Where you'll work

107-109 Walsall Rd
Cannock
Staffs
WS11 0HP

 

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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What you'll learn

Training schedule

• Dental Nurse (GDC 2023) Level 3.

Your programme will be delivered online, with the following structure:

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


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


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

 

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade at grade 4/C and above)


• Maths (grade at grade 4/C and above)

Share if you have 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


• Administrative skills


• Team working


• Non judgemental


• Patience

 

Other requirements

Ability to drive would be desirable. Candidates will need to pass a DBS check to start the role.

 

About this employer

Our personalised services are centered around you, the patient, encompassing everything from teeth straightening to dental veneers and root canal treatments, all within a relaxed, comfortable, and stress-free environment. Committed to excellence and compassionate care for every patient, Chris Bird Dental Care is your trusted partner for dental and oral hygiene.