At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist dentists, provide patient care, and maintain a clean clinical environment.
- Company: Join Rodericks Woodview Dental Practice, a supportive and friendly team.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn, enjoy discounts, extra birthday leave, and career progression.
- Other info: Ongoing support and development with opportunities for further training.
- Why this job: Kickstart your dental nursing career with hands-on training and real impact.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 or above required.
The predicted salary is between 19350 - 23650 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in Northampton. The role will involve providing chairside support and a high level of oral health care to patients. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.
About the Employer
At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
- Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
- Learning support from a regional Trainee
- Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
- Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
- Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
- Uniform provided
- Refer a friend scheme
Working and Training as Dental Nurse
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best. As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success of the practice. This includes:
- Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
- Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
- Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
- Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
- Accurately complete patient clinical records
- Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checks
What You'll Do
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing. Your daily activities could include:
- Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
- Providing patients with a high level of care
- Setting up and cleaning surgery
- Sterilising instruments
- Updating patient records
- Maintaining equipment
- Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
- Adhering to practice policies and procedures
The use of VR Technology
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.
Training Outcome
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.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
Course Information
- Course: Dental nurse (level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Health and science
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
- Working Arrangements: Monday - Friday. Hours to be determined.
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED
Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship - Rodericks Woodview Dental Practice in Northampton employer: RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED
RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED is an exceptional employer for aspiring dental nurses, offering a unique Learn & Earn Apprenticeship in Northampton. With a strong focus on high standards of patient care and a supportive work culture, employees benefit from paid training hours and clear pathways for career progression within the practice and the wider Rodericks Dental Partners group, making it an ideal place to kickstart a rewarding career in dental nursing.
Contact Details:
RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED Recruitment Team
