Summary
This vacancy is for an Apprentice Dental Nurse based in Grange-over-Sands. As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you will help the dentist in performing different types of dental care treatment and processes.
Wage
£15,704 a year
Training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours
Monday-Friday between 8:30am-5:30pm.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Sunday 6 April
Duration
1 year 9 months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly and professional team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment while working towards a nationally recognised dental nursing qualification.
About Us
At Avondale Dental, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care to our patients. Our modern practice provides a wide range of treatments, and our supportive team is dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment for aspiring dental professionals.
What You'll Do
As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you will
* Assist dentists and hygienists during procedures.
* Prepare and maintain clinical areas to a high standard of cleanliness.
* Support patients by ensuring they feel comfortable and informed.
* Handle instruments, materials, and equipment safely and efficiently.
* Follow strict infection control protocols.
* Undertake administrative tasks, including record-keeping and patient management.
* Attend off-the-job training to complete your dental nurse qualification.
What We're Looking For
No prior experience is required, but we are looking for candidates who are:
* Passionate about delivering excellent patient care.
* Eager to learn and committed to completing the apprenticeship program.
* Reliable, punctual, and able to work well under pressure.
* Friendly, professional, and able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
* Organised and detail-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility.
What We Offer
* Comprehensive training and support throughout your apprenticeship.
* Opportunities for career progression within the practice.
* A welcoming and supportive work environment.
* Competitive apprenticeship salary.
Where you’ll work
KENTS BANK ROAD
GRANGE OVER SANDS
LA11 7EY
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
TRAINING 2000 LIMITED
Your training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
* Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
* Comply with current best practice guidelines
* Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
* Effectively manage own time and resources
* Provide chair side support during dental procedures
* Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
* Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
* Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
* Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
* Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
* Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
* Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
* Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
* Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
* Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
* Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
* Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
* Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
* Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
* Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
* Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
* Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
* Take part in continuous professional development activities
* Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
* Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
* Participate in quality improvement activities as required
* Be collaborative and work as part of the team
* Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
* Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
* Comply with current best practice guidelines
* Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
* Effectively manage own time and resources
* Provide chair side support during dental procedures
* Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
* Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
* Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
* Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
* Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
* Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
* Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
* Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
* Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
* Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
* Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
* Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
* Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
* Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
* Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
* Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
* Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
* Take part in continuous professional development activities
* Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
* Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
* Participate in quality improvement activities as required
* Be collaborative and work as part of the team
Your training plan
* Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing.
* Functional Skills Level 2 maths and English can be obtained on the course if you don't already hold these qualifications.
* Safeguarding.
* First Aid.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4 (C))
* Maths (grade 4 (C))
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
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Team working
* Initiative
Other requirements
Please do not contact the company directly. Please note - we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply as soon as possible if you wish to be considered for this role.