Apprentice Dental Nurse

SELECT DENTAL CARE LIMITED · Middlesbrough, UK

Salary
£12,480 a year
Level
Level 3
Duration
1 Year
Closes
10 Dec 2026
Qualification
Level 3 Extended Diploma
Training provider
HARRIET ELLIS TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED

About the role

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is a 12-month government-funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning, your job role within the practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience. Duties include providing efficient and reliable chair-side support, reception duties, dealing with patient queries, taking payments, booking appointments, sterilising and preparing equipment, recording patient records, supporting patients' wellbeing, cleaning dental areas, and managing stock. Career progression can lead to roles like team manager, team leader, or dental practice manager. Further training could lead to becoming a dental therapist, dental hygienist, or orthodontic therapist.

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above. Communication skills, organisation skills, customer care skills, problem-solving skills, administrative skills, team working, non-judgemental attitude, patience, and patient care.

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