Dental Nurse Apprentice, Wellington

Closes in 8 days (Tuesday 6 May 2025 at 11:59pm) We are looking to recruit our next Dental Nurse Apprentice to join our lovely team, who will be supported and guided in the role. A keen enthusiasm and attitude is all we ask for initially, and we are there to help you develop into a great Dental Nurse with a future career plan.Wage£14,918.80 for your first year, with potential increases depending on your age and performance. Pay to be reviewed following successful probation period. Training course Dental nurse (integrated) (Level 3), equivalent to A levels Hours Monday to Friday, 8.45am - 5.30pm, totaling 37 hours and 30minutes per week.Start date Tuesday 20 May 2025 Duration 2 years Work and Responsibilities The majority of your apprenticeship will be hands-on work in the practice, complemented by study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Typical duties include: Decontamination of instruments Managing patient records and assisting during dental proceduresEnsuring cleanliness and infection control Reception duties, including appointment booking and money processing Participating in practice meetings and ongoing training Where you’ll work 31 Hungerford Road, Crewe, CW1 5EQ Training and Education You will undertake in-house training and study towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing through Cheshire College South and West. If you lack GCSEs in Maths and English (grades A-C or 9-4), you will need to complete Level 2 Functional Skills in these subjects.Course Content The training covers: Legal and ethical responsibilities Patient-centred care and communication Infection control and decontamination Radiography and health&safety Professional development and team collaboration Requirements GCSEs in Maths and English are required. Please inform us of any other relevant qualifications or industry experience that may influence your apprenticeship pathway. Skills Customer care Reliability Flexibility About the Practice We are an award-winning mixed NHS and private dental practice with two sites. We aim to deliver high-quality patient care and provide a supportive environment for professional growth.Post-Apprenticeship Opportunities Further training in Radiography, Sedation, Orthodontics, Implants, Perio, Endodontic nursing, and more. Application Details To apply, contact Cheshire College South and West at . The reference code is VAC1000316495. When applying, you will need to sign in with a GOV.UK One Login, which can be created during the application process.#J-18808-Ljbffr