Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

MILNE SPENCER & HARRIS LLP

The trainee dental nurse will learn and develop whilst working alongside one of our dentists in the surgery. Following initial training and under the supervision of a qualified dental nurse, the trainee will be learning a range of clinical and patient-facing responsibilities and become an effective member of our dental team.

Apprenticeship summary

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Initially working alongside and observing a qualified dental nurse in a surgery setting
  • Learning how the decontamination process works and how to effectively sterilise instruments
  • Learning about the extensive variety of instruments used within the practice and what different treatments they may be used for
  • Learning how to record the charting teeth during examinations and note down any treatment that may need to be carried out

Day to day tasks you could be doing:

  • Assisting the dentist in clinical procedures, providing chairside assistance
  • Keeping high standards of infection control whilst following practice policy and procedure
  • Preparing instruments for use
  • Monitor stock levels for all materials
  • Sterilising Dental equipment according practice procedures
  • Handling lab work and arranging deliveries

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • 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
  • The candidate will have needed to achieve a 4/C or equivalent in their GCSE maths & English to complete the Level 3 apprenticeship

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

A full-time team member at the practice.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE English (Grade C/4 or Level 2) Essential
GCSE Maths (Grade C/4 or Level 2) Essential

Things to consider

The chosen candidate will be working between 2 practices, make sure you are able to travel to both Normanton & Featherstone You need to have achieved a 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in your Maths & English to complete this apprenticeship

About the employer

Milne, Spencer and Harris Dental Practice is a trusted name in the dental industry, providing high-quality dental care services to patients in the local community and beyond. Our practice has been serving patients for over 30 years, and we are committed to providing personalised and compassionate care to all of our patients.

Employer

MILNE SPENCER & HARRIS LLP
https://www.mshdental.co.uk/

Address

Dental Surgery, King Edward Street
Normanton
WF6 2AZ