Annual wage £13,312.00 This can increase depending on the candidates age and experience 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 Monday to Friday 7:45am-5pm Friday 7:45am - 12:30pm Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 23 Jun 2024 Date posted 3 days ago Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000252083 Positions 1 available What you will do in your working day Provide efficient and reliable chair-side 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 Dental Nurse (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard: This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & 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 a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3. Functional Skills English & 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, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Maths & English (Grade 4 ) Desired Things to consider You will be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B. You will also need to pass a DBS check.