Annual wage £17,860.00 Working week 5 days out of 7, including some weekends with a day off in lieu, varied shift patterns to be confirmed. Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 25 May 2024 Date posted 25 Mar 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000240059 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 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 which has been approved by the General Dental Council as meeting the requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse. Functional Skills in 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, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired GCSE or equivalent Maths (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.