Dental Nursing Apprentice Level 3

Successful candidates will provide clinical support to dentists, hygienists and patients. You will also assist the reception staff in any clerical duties and perform any other tasks as reasonably requested by the principal.

Other duties include:

• Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practices of health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions
• Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available
• Ensure the care and welfare of patients in a friendly, caring, helpful, courteous and professional manner
• Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed and being responsible for recording patient information on the practice database
• Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies
• Complete laboratory request forms, and keep records of work sent, received and fitted

Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard - Level 3 

This course is delivered using a blended delivery model, an apprentice will spend 2 days per month at Bradford College undertaking classroom-based learning in addition to regular workplace assessments.

Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, the apprentice will be awarded the following:

• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing
• Functional Skills in maths and English Level 2 (if applicable)

A great opportunity to secure long term employment with an employer who has a wonderful vision and admirable values in conjunction with continuing with your professional development. There is also a range of post-registration courses available for dental nurses looking to further their education.

We advise candidates to check the location of the setting before applying. If you are using public transport, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular and reliable service is available. Your application will be rejected if you live too far away.

Azam & Associates offer a full range of treatments and have many years experience providing care to the local community, the practice is based right in the heart of Halifax town centre itself.