Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has become available to become a dental nurse apprentice. You will provide clinical support to dentists, hygienists and patients under supervision, assist with reception or any clerical duties as required and perform such other tasks as reasonably requested by the practice owner.

Training and Qualification

Work As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. What you'll do at work Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard, which includes: Level 2 functional skills in maths and English (if required) End-Point Assessment (EPA) There will be limited sessions that will require college attendance at our Walsall Campus, during the training period. All other sessions remain virtual on a once weekly basis. Full-time apprentices will typically spend 15 months on-programme (before the gateway) working towards the occupational standard, with a minimum of 6 hours per week off the-job training. The purpose of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) is to test that an apprentice is fully capable of doing their job before they receive their apprenticeship certificate. It also helps to demonstrate that what an apprentice has learned can be applied in the real world. EPA methods of examination examples: Assessment method 1: Knowledge Test Assessment method 2: Observation of Practice Assessment method 3: Interview underpinned by a portfolio The focus is now on the outcome of an apprenticeship and apprentices have to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers have identified they need. Training is virtual once per week however there are x3 taught sessions that will require mandatory college attendance. Notice of these will be provided upon enrolment. Where you'll work 10A CHURCH SQUARE OLDBURY B69 4DX

Required Skills & Qualification

Essential qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: English (Lang or Lit) (grade C/4) Maths (grade C/4) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills IT skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Presentation skills Administrative skills Number skills Analytical skills Logical Team working Creative Initiative Non judgemental Patience Physical fitness Other Require Hep B inoculation, DBS- Disclosure Barring Service required. There will be exposure to bodily fluids €“ blood, saliva etc. You will be dealing with nervous patients and children in a very busy and fast paced environment.

Employer

Church Square Dental Practice

OLDBURY, B69 4DX

Provider

WALSALL COLLEGE

About Employer

Church Square Dental Practice is the perfect choice for you! Whether your teeth are in need of a general check up, or you want veneers, we are here to help you. We've been open for more than 40 years, serving the people of Oldbury and Sandwell Valley area. We aim to provide a calming, welcoming and comfortable environment for your visit.