Dental Nurse Apprentice

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians. The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as reception, dealing with patient queries, answering the phone, taking payments and booking appointments.

Training:

This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK. Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3. Functional Skills English & Maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.

Training Outcome:

With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager.

With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.

You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth.

Health careers:

https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/

Employer Description:
Nork Way Dental Practice, has a committed team of dentists, dental specialist, dental hygienists and dental nurses dedicated to providing high quality dental care to our patients in Banstead, Surrey using the very latest dental techniques. Nork Way Dental Practice aims to guide you through the attainment and maintenance of a high level of dental fitness in a relaxed and friendly dental practice. Whether you are looking to have a simple dental check-up, or to improve your smile with cosmetic dentistry, or for more complex dental treatments such as implants our team of dentists are able to assist with all your dental needs. Nork Way Dental Practice is dedicated to improving and maintaining the oral health for all existing and new patients.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Non judgemental