Apprentice Dental Nurse

Job Description

An exciting, prosperous position has become available to join a fun, friendly team at Brough Dental Studio. The practice is currently looking for an Apprentice Dental Nurse to become a vital part of our team.

At Brough Dental Studio our aim is to provide the best quality care to all our patients. This ethos follows through our team who all pride themselves on their caring,kind attitude toward each other and our loyal patients.

We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who is looking to grow and develop within a forward thinking practice. We area modern private dentist offering all aspects of dentistry from Implants. Endodontics, Periodontics, Oral Surgery and Restorative Dentistry. The practice also offers sedation for nervous patients. An extensive range of modern equipment is used throughout the practice including dental microscope and CBCT scanner. This provides an incomparable opportunity for a Dental Nurse who is looking to progress their skills and knowledge.

If you feel ready for the next chapter in your career then this is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.

What the role involves:

Understand the vision and brand message for the practice and deliver outstanding customer service experiences

Between 15 and 18 month government funded course seeking a Dental Nursing Level 3 qualification

The role will be 80% on the job learning and 20% studying with a reputable course provider 

The course is delivered in a ‘blended learning’ style i.e., coursework and portfolio pieces will be completed online or in a classroom environment

The dental nurse apprenticeship consists of unit exams, a portfolio, and observations in the practice by an assessor who will visit the practice

Trained to reassure patients, coordinate dental stock, decontamination, and sterilising equipment

Any other ad hoc responsibilities as reasonably requested

Benefits:

Bonus paid upon completion of apprenticeship

Auto enrol pension scheme

24/7 access to free Employee Assistance Programme

Dental allowance and eye care vouchers for VDU users

Regular in house professional development sessions acceptable to the GDC GDC registration, and online CPD funded

Career opportunities across the Dentex Health group

Techscheme, the option to buy tech through salary sacrifice!

My Healthy discounts - get discounts on Gyms and online retailer

What we need from you:

Maths and English GCSEs grades A-C  If you don’t have GCSEs, you must complete the equivalent Functional Skills qualifications in order to meet the requirements of the training course

Good communication and customer service skills, keeping patient satisfaction in mind 

Strong professionalism and relationship building skills 

Able to work intuitively and adapt to change 

Appreciation of the importance of health and safety

Vaccinated against Hepatitis B

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, disability, age, or nationality.