At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist dentists, manage sterilisation, and enhance patient experiences in a supportive team.
- Company: Bupa Dental Care, where caring for people is our priority.
- Benefits: Gain a Level 3 qualification, career progression, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a collaborative environment with clear pathways to advance in dentistry.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while kickstarting your dental career.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
Introduction
The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma.
Alongside your learning your job role within the practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.
About the Employer
At Bupa Dental Care our people are at the heart of everything we do – and we do this because we care.
We have created environments where people can look forward to coming to work, feel empowered, and benefit from working collaboratively with industry experts to help us achieve our aim, which is - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.
What You'll Do
At Bupa Dental Care, you’ll join a dedicated and caring team, delivering excellent patient care while working towards your Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification with Tempdent.
This apprenticeship offers real responsibility and strong career prospects with Bupa.
Your role may include
- Assisting Bupa clinicians chairside
- Preparing Bupa surgery rooms and materials
- Managing infection control and sterilisation to Bupa standards
- Accurately recording patient information
- Following Bupa’s policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
- Training Outcome
At Bupa Dental Care, your career can grow in many directions.
With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Nurse, Lead Nurse or Practice Manager.
With further Bupa-supported training, you could develop into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, supporting patient care with preventative and routine treatments.
You could also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working with dentists to help improve the appearance and alignment of patients’ teeth.
Bupa offers clear career pathways, ongoing professional development, and support to help you reach your goals in dentistry.
Skills Required
- Administrative Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Care Skills
- Initiative
- IT Skills
- Logical
- Non judgemental
- Numerical Skills
- Organisational Skills
- Patience
- Physical Fitness
- Presentation Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Teamworking
- Communication Skills
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4
- Desired - GCSE - English - 4
- Course Information
- Course: Dental nurse (level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Health and science
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
- Working Arrangements
- Working Week: Mon 8.30-17.30, Tues 8.30-17.30, Weds 8.30-17.30, Thurs 8.30-17.30, Fri 8.30-17.30
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: Temp Dent Dental Agency Limited
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Apprentice Dental Nurse - Bupa Dental Care in Great Dunmow employer: Bupa Dental Care - Great Dunmow
Bupa Dental Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you will not only gain valuable hands-on experience but also have access to clear career pathways and ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring your growth in the dental field. With a commitment to helping people live healthier lives, Bupa offers a meaningful and rewarding workplace where you can thrive.
Contact Details:
Bupa Dental Care - Great Dunmow Recruitment Team
