Apprentice Dental Nurse - Uttoxeter

As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you'll support clinicians to deliver a range of high-quality dental treatments and help the smooth running of your surgery and the practice. You will enjoy being part of a team that's passionate about caring for patients and helping the nation smile. Alongside your role you will achieve a Level 3 in Dental Nursing.

What you'll do

You'll be joining the UK's leading dental network, delivering high-quality dentistry that makes people smile. We take pride in the investments we make in our people, including support for you to complete your level three apprenticeship via our trusted partner Tempdent and your ongoing professional development.

Duties will include:

• Reception including answering the phone and greeting patients
• Dealing with patient queriesTaking 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 toprovide effective patient care

Training

Provided by Tempdent:

• Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship
• Functional Skills (if applicable)
• Flexible online delivery model
• Quarterly start dates throughout the year
• Induction and regular progress support

After the apprenticeship

At Mydentist, your dental career can grow in many directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Nurse, Lead Nurse or Practice Manager. With Mydentist-supported training and clinical development, you could advance into Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist roles, helping deliver preventative and routine treatments. You may also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, supporting patients to improve the alignment and appearance of their teeth. Mydentist provides structured career pathways, mentorship, and ongoing training to help you reach your professional goals in dentistry.

Skills

• Administrative Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Care Skills
• Initative
• IT Skills
• Logical
• Non judgemental
• Number Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Patience
• Physical Fitness
• Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Teamworking
• Communication Skills

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 4)
• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 4)

About the employer

As Europe's largest dental organisation, mydentist is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and individual care at every step of the patient journey. We invest in our people and practices to ensure outstanding patient care and professional development opportunities for our teams. Start Your Journey: Build a fulfilling career with us, where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills within a caring and inclusive team that supports each other.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Dental nurse (level 3), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 36 hours a week. Working week: Supporting practice open hours (Monday 8am- 8pm, Tuesday 9am-6pm, Wednesday 8am- 8pm, Thursday 9am- 6pm, Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday- 9am- 2pm)
• Start date: 2 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £14,976 to £23,793.12 a year