Annual wage £12,480.00 Option for time and a half on Saturdays Working week Mon 8.30am - 5.30pm Tues 8.30am - 5.30pm Weds 9.00am - 4.15pm Thurs 8.30am - 5.30pm Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm 1 hour unpaid lunch break daily Total hours per week: 37.5 Expected duration 24 Months Possible start date 01 Sep 2024 Date posted 22 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000246266 Positions 2 available What you will do in your working day Open and close the surgery daily Adhere to health and safety protocols as well as cross-infection to the highest standard Ensure all dental instruments are correctly decontaminated Set up for every patient Provide the Dentist with the correct instruments and equipment Serve as an assistant to the Dentist during treatment by passing relevant equipment and instruments, in the same vein retracting and aspirating when necessary Mix and prepare materials Write patient notes efficiently and correctly as dictated by the Dentist Monitor patients from the entering the room, during treatment and after the surgery Offer reassurance and support to patients Carry out stock control Greet patients and check them in Answer the phone and deal with patient enquiries if on Reception Book appointments Take payment Liaise with laboratories and referral hospitals/practices The training you will be getting Dental Nurse (integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing First Aid training (at college) End Point Assessment of knowledge test, observation and professional discussion, portfolio What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Pan Dental is committed to the progression of its staff. Nurses are encouraged to explore all avenues of professional growth Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Hark working and reliable, Friendly and welcoming manner, Enthusiastic attitude, Caring and passionate Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Maths & English and 2 other subjects (Grade 4-9/A-C) Essential Things to consider Please complete the application form in full, this includes an accurate and detailed list of your qualifications. If you do not live nearby to the employer address, please detail how you plan to travel/commute to the role, considering available transport and journey times. Hep B vaccination will be required if you are successful. We will fund registration with the General Dental Council (GDC). We cover the registration fees, Indemnity cover, and Continued Professional Development.