Apprentice Dental Nurse

SMART DENTAL ACADEMY LIMITED · Manchester, UK

Salary
£15,392 a year
Level
Level 3
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Closes
16 Nov 2026
Qualification
Dental Nurse (Integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Training provider
SMART DENTAL ACADEMY LIMITED

About the role

Smart Dental Academy offers a Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship that combines classroom-based learning with hands-on dental practice experience. The program supports learners in securing a placement, developing essential clinical skills, and working towards General Dental Council (GDC) registration. Apprentices will earn while building a career in dentistry. Duties include assisting dentists, preparing and maintaining the surgery, sterilizing instruments, mixing dental materials, supporting patients, maintaining records, and adhering to health and safety procedures. This is a great opportunity to enter the dental field with clear career progression paths, potentially leading to roles like Lead Dental Nurse, Practice Manager, or further specializations in areas like radiography or oral health education. The academy emphasizes a supportive and patient-centered approach.

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (Grade 4) and Maths (Grade 4) desirable. Strong communication, IT, attention to detail, organizational, customer care, problem-solving, administrative, numerical, analytical, and team-working skills are essential. Initiative, patience, and a non-judgmental attitude are also valued.

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