Annual wage £13,312.00 This is the minimum you are expected to be paid. This could increase depending on candidate, Wages explained Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Minimum Wage Rates Working week Mondays to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm. Shift will vary during this timeframe. Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 19 May 2024 Date posted 18 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000245735 Positions 1 available What you will do in your working day Provide efficient and reliable chairside support to practice clinicians. The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as: Reception Dealing with patient queries Answering the phone Taking payments and booking appointments The training you will be getting This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City and Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive e-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK. Upon achievement, the apprentice will be awarded: Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing Functional Skills English and maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship With experience, you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager With further training, you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist, helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth Health careers: https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/ Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, IT skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4/C) Desired Things to consider You will be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B. You will also need to pass a DBS check.