Trainee dental nurse/receptionist

What the role involves

• Opportunity to work full time Monday – Friday 08.15 – 17.15
• Understand the vision and brand message for the practice and deliver outstanding customer service experiences
• Between 15 and 18 month government funded course seeking a Dental Nursing Level 3 qualification
• The role will be 80% on the job learning and 20% studying with a reputable course provider
• The course is delivered in a ‘blended learning’ style i.e., coursework and portfolio pieces will be completed online or in a classroom environment
• The dental nurse apprenticeship consists of unit exams, a portfolio, and observations in the practice by an assessor who will visit the practice
• Trained to reassure patients, coordinate dental stock, decontamination, and sterilising equipment
• Any other ad hoc responsibilities as reasonably requested

• Bonus paid upon completion of apprenticeship
• Auto enrol pension scheme
• 24/7 access to free Employee Assistance Programme
• 20 day holiday allowance plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Eye care vouchers for VDU users
• Regular in house professional development sessions acceptable to the GDC
• GDC registration, and online CPD funded
• Career opportunities across the Dentex Health group

What we need from you

• Maths and English GCSEs grades A-C
• If you don’t have GCSEs, you must complete the equivalent Functional Skills qualifications in order to meet the requirements of the training course
• Good communication and customer service skills, keeping patient satisfaction in mind
• Strong professionalism and relationship building skills
• Able to work intuitively and adapt to change
• Appreciation of the importance of health and safety
• Vaccinated against Hepatitis B

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