Apprenticeships

Apprentice Dental Nurse

The British United Provident Association Ltd Colchester

Advanced

Apprenticeship Level

Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)

Apprenticeship Standard

Summary

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course: • City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing. The job entails assisting the dentist, sterilising equipment, reception and any other ad hoc duties as may be required.

  • Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians
  • Working in other areas of the practice such as reception
  • Dealing with patient queries
  • Answering the phone
  • Taking payments and booking appointments

Employment

£25,396.80 a year

Wage

40

Hours Per Week

9 May 2025

Expected Start Date

Monday 7:45am- 6.00pm, Tuesday 8.00am- 5:30pm, Wednesday- OFF Thursday 8:30am- 7.00pm, Friday 7:45am- 6.00pm, Saturday 8:30am- 2:30pm

Working Week

1 Year 6 Months

Expected Duration

Employer

The British United Provident Association Ltd

Employer Name

316-318 Ipswich Road, Colchester, CO4 0ET, Colchester

Employer Address
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Bupa Dental Care are a leading provider of NHS & Private dental care across the UK & Ireland, proudly caring for over 3 million patients in over 400 practices, providing everything from regular check-ups to specialist & cosmetic treatments. We’re passionate about our people, which is why we re-invest our profits into bringing an outstanding and memorable dental care experience to our customers. There has never been a better time to join us!

Training Provider

TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED

Training Provider

Training To Be Provided

This qualification is a Level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK. Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3. Functional Skills English & maths Level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.

Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3. Functional Skills English and maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.

Desired Applicant

Skills

Communication skills, IT skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Presentation skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

English GCSE or equivalent (4/C) Desired, Maths GCSE or equivalent (4/C) Desired

How To Apply

To learn more about this apprenticeship vacancy, and for instructions on how to apply, please view the vacancy on the GOV.UK Find An Apprenticeship Service.

VAC1000314505

Vacancy Reference Number

9 May 2025

Application Closing Date
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