Dental Nursing Apprenticeship

• Assisting the dentists and hygienist with clinical procedures
• Sterilisation and performing cross infection control after each patient
• Will learn reception skills and clerical duties
• Will learn how to operate R4 clinical software
• Ensure that the dental surgery operates efficiently with stock control
• Training in medical emergencies and CPR
• Setting up and preparing the dental surgery for clinical sessions

• On and off the job training
• Level 3 Dental Nursing qualification approved by the General Dental Council as meeting the requirements for entry to the professional register as a dental nurse
• Day release at either Newcastle or Sunderland Training Office

Depending on the circumstances of the business upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available.

This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. The closing date, interview date and start date are subject to change. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Individuals are able to undertake an apprenticeship at a higher level than a qualification they currently hold, including any previously completed apprenticeships. Individuals can also undertake an apprenticeship at the same level, or lower level than a qualification they already hold as long as the new apprenticeship allows for new skills to be acquired and the content of the training is materially different from any previous qualification or apprenticeship. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews. Please be aware that as Northern Skills provide a recruitment matching service, we will also consider you for roles which pay the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage.