Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 Whitegates Dental Practice

WHITEGATES GROUP DENTAL PRACTICE

Apprenticeship Level 3
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About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in Doncaster. The role will involve providing chairside support and a high level of oral health care to patients. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.

During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.

Your daily activities could include:

  • Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
  • Providing patients with a high level of care
  • Setting up and cleaning surgery
  • Sterilising instruments
  • Updating patient records
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
  • Adhering to practice policies and procedures
  • The use of VR Technology

During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your studies will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off-the-job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.

A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you use public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.

This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.

About the Training

The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: 

  • Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • First Aid and Medical Emergencies
  • Oral and General Health
  • Endodontic Treatments
  • Prosthetic Treatments
  • Radiation and Radiography
  • Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
  • Health and Safety
  • Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
  • Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
  • The use of VR Technology

Upon successful completion, you will be awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).

About the Employer

Whitegates dental clinic has a proud history of serving the local community to improve their oral health since 1950! We are continually updating and improving to provide our patients with the latest in dental services. Our aim is to produce the highest quality care for our patients in a friendly atmosphere. We want you to enjoy your experience with us and will strive to put a smile on your face.  

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Training Provider

ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED

Course/Training

Dental nurse (GDC 2023) (level 3)

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