Responsibilities
You will be completing a wide range of duties and involved with assisting the dentist in the care of patients. This will include chairside assistance, passing instruments to the dentist, ensuring strict hygiene & cleanliness. Taking confidential information from patients. Infection control is importance, and the role will include decontamination and sterilisation of instruments. General cleaning and greeting patients, directing them to reception and seating areas will also be included.
Future Prospects
Subject to a successful apprenticeship you may be offered permanent employment at the practice.
Reality Check
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week), For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates
Skills Required
You must have good customer service skills, good timekeeping & attention to detail is essential
Qualities Required
You must be well presented, friendly & personable with a wide variety of people & have a genuine interest in this role.
You must be willing to learn & accept instruction & training.
Qualifications Required
Maths & English – pass essential
Training Provided
Dental Nurse Level 3 Standard.
This is a work-based qualification with timetabled classes via Teams.
