Dental Nurse Apprentice

MRS RASHIM BABLA · BRAINTREE, UK

Salary
£12,480 a year
Level
Level 3
Duration
1 Year
Closes
10 Dec 2026
Qualification
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing
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:

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to the dental surgery.

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

Reception, including answering the phone and greeting patients

Dealing with patient queries

Taking payments

Booking appointments and follow-ups

Sterilising and preparing equipment for dentists

Recording and dealing with patient records

Supporting patients' wellbeing and dental experience

Cleaning dental areas, including chairs

Managing stock of equipment and supplies

Any other duties to support the dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care

Additional information includes passing a DBS check and receiving a Hepatitis B vaccine.

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 or above. Strong communication, attention to detail, organisation, customer care, and teamwork skills are essential.

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