Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Our dentists in Newcastle, Ponteland and Stanley look forward to welcoming you to Honour Health. We offer routine NHS dental care (at Jesmond and Stanley), private dental care and a broad range of aesthetic treatments including teeth straightening, teeth whitening, veneers and dental implants.

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.

The day to day duties of a dental nurse can span across all areas of the practice and can include:

1. Reception including answering the phone and greeting patients
2. Dealing with patient queries
3. Taking payments
4. Booking appointments and follow ups
5. Sterilising and preparing equipment for Dentists
6. Recording and dealing with patient records
7. Supporting patients wellbeing and dental experience
8. Cleaning dental areas including chairs
9. Managing stock of equipment and supplies
10. Any other duties to support the Dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care

A dental nursing apprenticeship is a structured training program that combines practical experience with classroom learning. It typically includes:

1. Qualifications: Participants work towards a Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard and may need to achieve Functional Skills in English and maths
2. Training: Involves on-the-job training at a dental practice, alongside online study and weekly teaching sessions
3. Delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK.
4. Assessment: Includes an End Point Assessment (EPA) to evaluate competency
5. Career Path: Prepares apprentices for professional registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) as qualified dental nurses
6. Overall, it provides a comprehensive pathway to a rewarding career in dental healthcare

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 6.30pm.