Excellent opportunity to train as a dental nurse in a mixed private/NHS dental practice in the East side of Edinburgh. We are looking for a motivated, outgoing individual to join our team, where you will receive training in-surgery and be enrolled on to a dental nursing (SVQ) course at a recognised training provider leading to qualification and registration with the General Dental Council as a Dental Nurse.
You should:
* Have good communication skills
* Have the drive and commitment to complete the SVQ course in the time allowed (approximately 18 months) while working for four days per week in practice
* Be able to work well as part of a team, playing your part with willingness and good humour
* Be able to empathise with patients – a big part of the role is to assist patients as well as the dentist, hygienist/therapist or hygienist
* Have at least two National 5 passes or equivalent
Your working hours will be 4 days/38 hours between Monday and Friday, starting daily at 7.45 am and finishing at 6 pm on Mondays, 6.30 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 5.00 pm on Fridays.
We offer:
* Starting pay rate of between £9.50 and £10.20 per hour (apprenticeship rate)
* Support in your learning on the job and with college work
* GDC registration fee and indemnity insurance paid for on qualification
* Discounted dental treatment after a qualifying period
* Private Health cover after a qualifying period
* Uniform provided
To apply, please submit your CV ensuring that your up to date employment and education history are included, and a contact phone number. Please also tell us why you are interested in training for this career – we may not progress your application if you do not answer this question.
We expect to shortlist over the coming week to ten days, and interview shortly afterwards.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £9.50 per hour
Expected hours: 38 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Private medical insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: CDC/Nurse Tr Nov24
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