Job Title: Apprentice Dental Nurse
Salary and Benefits:
* We offer competitive pay rates, increasing upon qualification.
* You will also receive an annual allowance redeemable against Bupa healthcare products, valued at approximately £350.
* In addition, you will have access to My Healthcare, a support service for various health-related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support.
* You will also receive the My Bupa Extras discount programme, providing access to discounts at favourite retailers and online digital fitness providers.
* Discounted dental insurance is available, extendable to immediate family members.
* A range of additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual Flu vaccine, discounted eye tests, and Bupa's Menopause Plan.
* Wagestream allows you to access your income before payday, if needed.
About the Role:
This Apprentice Dental Nurse position offers a supportive environment where you can learn and develop your skills. As a Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will gain knowledge, skills, and behaviours necessary to become a GDC-registered qualified dental nurse.
The role involves providing best patient care from initial consultation to treatment completion, working alongside experienced dental professionals, and assisting with chair-side duties.
This apprenticeship combines 'earning while learning' with the opportunity to achieve a Level 3 qualification after an 18-24 month training programme.
Key areas of study include oral anatomy and physiology, respiratory and circulatory systems, how infectious diseases are transmitted and prevented, dental materials, equipment, and resources, medical emergencies, legislative compliance, clinical skills, health promotion, patient care and management.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* To be eligible, you must possess a Level 2 English and Maths qualification (equivalent to GCSEs at grades A* to C) or demonstrate evidence of achieving these qualifications prior to taking the end-point assessment.
What We Offer:
* We promote diversity and equality in our workplace, encouraging employees to represent the communities and customers we serve.
* An inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your career.
* Career pathways leading to senior roles within the company.