Annual wage £13,312.00 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 Days and shifts to be confirmed. Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 05 Jul 2024 Date posted 18 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000244915 Positions 3 available What you will do in your working day Greeting patients Chairside assisting Stocking surgery Preparing the surgery prior to treatments Charting and managing patient data Mixing materials Keeping surgery tidy and clean Managing Infection prevention control Booking patients appointments Sterilisation and decontamination Processing of radiographs Being an apprentice means that you will have in house training as well as being placed on a level 3 diploma in dental nursing course, this course will enable you to register with the general dental council once you have successfully passed all components of the course. The training you will be getting Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard End Point Assessment (EPA) Functional Skills in English and maths if required Training location to be confirmed What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship With experience you could: Move into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position Serve in the armed forces as a dental nurse Become a dental hygienist or dental therapist with further training Become an orthodontic therapist to help dentists improve the look and position of patient's teeth Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade 4) Desired Things to consider Are you satisfied with the starting minimum apprenticeship wage? Can you commit to 15-18 months duration of the program?