Introduction
The apprenticeship in dental nursing is a 12‑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 and preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.
About the Employer
A healthcare provider that offers general dental services, from routine check‑ups to more complex procedures such as fillings and restorations.
What You’ll Do
- Provide efficient and reliable chair‑side support to the dental surgery.
- Receipt operations: answering the phone, greeting patients, taking payments, booking appointments and follow‑ups.
- Sterilising and preparing equipment for dentists.
- Recording and dealing with patient records.
- Cleaning dental areas, including chairs.
- Managing stock of equipment and supplies.
- Supporting patients’ wellbeing and dental experience.
- Any other duties to support the dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care.
Training Outcome
With experience, you may be able to move into roles such as team manager, team leader or dental practice manager. With further training you could become a dental therapist, a dental hygienist, or an orthodontic therapist.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Patient care and patience
- Non‑judgemental attitude
Qualifications
- Desired GCSE English 4
- Desired GCSE Maths 4
Course Information
Course: Dental nurse (Level3)Route: Health and scienceApprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working week: Monday – Friday, shifts to be confirmed, some evening and weekend work may be required depending on the rota.Expected duration: 1year.Training provider: Harrie. Ellis Training Solutions Limited.
Additional Information
For more information on dental careers, visit https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/Skills.
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