Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

This is an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career in dentistry within a busy and supportive dental practice. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable individual to join a dedicated team of dental professionals as a Dental Nurse Apprentice.

What you'll do

• Providing chairside support to the dentist during a range of dental procedures
• Ensuring the care, comfort, and well-being of patients at all times

Preparing and maintaining a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment

• Sterilising and maintaining dental instruments in accordance with practice protocols
• Mixing and preparing dental materials as required
• Recording treatments and updating patient records using dental software
• Following strict cross-infection control and health and safety procedures
• Assisting with the development and processing of digital radiographs (x-rays)
• Monitoring and maintaining stock levels within the surgery
• Supporting reception duties, including answering calls and administrative tasks
• Working as part of a professional dental team to deliver excellent patient care

Training

ASA Training Ltd offers flexible online training delivery, allowing individuals to learn at times that suit their personal schedules.

All learners receive access to a range of online resources, including revision tools tailored to their specific qualification units, as well as practice exam questions to support exam preparation.

Key Features:

• Year-round enrolment
• Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3
• Functional Skills in English and maths (if required)
• Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.
• End-Point Assessment (EPA)

After the apprenticeship

There are good career progression opportunities for example:

• Hygienist
• Head Dental Nurse
• Practice Management

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Please note: You must be willing to undergo a DBS check, and a Hepatitis B vaccination is required.

Benefits

Paid CPD, paid DBS, paid jabs and T levels blood test, extra holiday paid for birthday, Blue Light Card, dental exam S/P

About the employer

A friendly and caring dental team offering our full attention to all your anxieties. We listen to what you want from our practice and aim to deliver our best. Our professional services range from a general check-up for all the family to more complex specialist dental work such as dental implants and teeth straightening with Invisalign.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Dental nurse (level 3), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: ANDERSON STOCKLEY ACCREDITED TRAINING LTD
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Saturday.

Mondays and Wednesdays have longer opening hours on a rota basis; occasional Saturdays on a rota basis.

• Start date: 26 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year