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About the vacancy
Immediate start if you would you like a career as a dental nurse? Then this could be the perfect role for you at a well-established dental practice based in Whitworth. You will be trained in all aspects of dental nursing and supported by a Learning & Skills Coach from Bury College during your training.
This is an exciting role for an enthusiastic and able individual to train as a dental nurse. You will be completing a wide range of duties involved with assisting the dentist in the care of customers. These will include:
Chairside assistance - passing instruments to the dentist
Updating patient records as instructed by the dentist
Setting up and preparing the surgery
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control
Keeping patient information confidential
Following all workplace policies and procedures
You will also be required to perform a receptionist service to customers, booking appointments and welcoming patients
This is a work-based qualification with timetabled classes every week. College attendance may also be required for Functional Skills.
What skills are we looking for?
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Qualifications
Desired : English (GCSE or equivalent - C/4 or above)
Desired : Maths (GCSE or equivalent - C/4 or above)
Outcome
Subject to a successful apprenticeship completion, you will be employed by the company.
The starting salary is £14,526.20 a year for 37 hours 8.00am - 4.00pm Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8.00am - 7.00pm Tuesday and 8.00am - 12.00 noon Friday.
The apprenticeship will run for 1 Year 9 Months, starting on Monday, June 16 2025. Applications close on Friday, June 06 2025.
About the employer
A well-established dental surgery based in Whitworth. We pride ourselves on providing a personal service to the highest of standard. All our staff are friendly, approachable and aim to help meet patients' needs.
We are based at 311-315, Market Street, Whitworth, Rochdale, OL12 8PW
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