Salary £468 per week
Duration 19 months
Advert opening date 02/06/2025
Advert closing date 02/07/2025
Kickstart your career in dental nursing with a friendly and supportive team at Bathampton Dental Practice. This well-established practice is offering a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Job Title: Dental Nurse Apprentice (Level 3)
Location: Bathampton Dental Practice, 29 Holcombe Ln, Bathampton, Bath BA2 6UL
Pay: National Minimum Wage (based on age)
Hours: 39 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
About the Role
Kickstart your career in dental nursing with a friendly and supportive team at Bathampton Dental Practice. This well-established practice is offering a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
As a dental nurse apprentice, you will:
Provide chairside support to dentists and hygienists
Ensure all clinical areas are kept to a high standard of cleanliness
Assist in preparing materials and instruments
Help patients feel at ease before and after treatment
Training
You will work towards a fully funded Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship with Aspiration Training.
Who we’re looking for:
Someone reliable, punctual, and keen to learn
A good communicator who enjoys working in a team
A compassionate individual who enjoys supporting people
Interested in joining a professional dental team while earning and learning?
Apply now and take your first step into the world of dental nursing with Bathampton Dental Practice.
GCSEs at grades C/4 or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English are essential.
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 awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
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 using 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.
