Trainee Dental Nurse in Northampton inNorthampton PUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Trainee Dental Nurse
Location: Northampton NN3 8DW
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm
If you are a dentist who has qualified from overseas, please do not apply for this role and instead please apply for our International Dentist Nurse Pathway position - https://jobsincare.com/job/jblidN3S .
At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
About
As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
The National Diploma in Dental Nursing (level 3) Qualification will include:
Trainee Dental Nurse
Location: Northampton NN3 8DW
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm
If you are a dentist who has qualified from overseas, please do not apply for this role and instead please apply for our International Dentist Nurse Pathway position - https://jobsincare.com/job/jblidN3S .
At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
- Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing
- Learning support from a regional Trainee
- Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app
- Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
- Annual leave package which increases with your length of service
- Uniform provided
- Refer a friend scheme
A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best.
About
As a Trainee Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice. This includes:
- Assist the Dentist by providing chairside support ensuring that the correct equipment and materials are available
- Provide support and assistance to a wide array of patients
- Follow practice health and safety and infection control procedures
- Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and disinfected
- Accurately complete patient clinical records
- Complete all clinical daily, weekly and monthly logs and checks
The National Diploma in Dental Nursing (level 3) Qualification will include:
- On the job training
- Online learning
- Face-to-Face training sessions
- Completion of a record of experience
- Written and Practical exams
- Dedicated to starting a career in Dental Nursing
- Able to commit to a 12month+ training programme
- Comfortable working in a clinical environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively with your practice colleagues and a variety of patients
- Excellent organisation skills to keep appointments to time
- Compassionate
- Excellent written communication skills
- IT skills
- Team player
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as a Trainee Dental Nurse in the UK, you will need to develop a range of skills and qualities that are essential for the role. Here are some key skills and attributes:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, dental professionals, and other team members is crucial. This includes being able to explain procedures clearly and provide reassurance to anxious patients.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and working well in a team setting is important. Being empathetic and approachable can help create a positive experience for patients.
3. Organizational Skills: As a dental nurse, you will need to manage multiple tasks, such as scheduling appointments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring the dental surgery is well-organized and prepared for procedures.
4. Attention to Detail: Precision is vital in dentistry, from taking patient histories to ensuring equipment is sterilized and ready for use.
5. Basic Clinical Knowledge: Familiarity with dental procedures, anatomy, and terminology is advantageous. Training will provide this knowledge, but a foundational understanding is beneficial.
6. Technical Skills: Proficiency in using dental equipment and software systems is important. You will learn these skills during your training, but being technically inclined can help.
7. Ability to Work Under Pressure: Dental environments can be fast-paced and demanding. Being able to stay calm and efficient during busy periods is important.
8. Adaptability and Willingness to Learn: As a trainee, a positive attitude towards learning and adapting to new techniques, technologies, and regulations in dentistry is essential.
9. Hygiene and Infection Control Knowledge: Understanding and implementing infection control procedures is critical in a dental setting to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
10. Emotional Resilience: Working in healthcare can be emotionally demanding. Being able to manage stress and remain professional in challenging situations is important.
11. Numeracy Skills: Basic arithmetic skills are necessary for tasks such as calculating dosages for medications or managing inventory.
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