Apprentice Dental Nurse

To assist the dental team in delivering high-quality patient care, maintain clinical standards, and complete the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship training to become a qualified and registered Dental Nurse.

What you'll do

Clinical Duties:

• Assist the dentist, hygienist, or therapist during a wide range of dental procedures.
• Prepare and maintain the clinical environment, instruments, and materials in line with infection control protocols.
• Ensure patients are comfortable and well-informed throughout their treatment.
• Mix materials and manage chairside support.
• Process and handle dental radiographs (following appropriate training).

Administrative Duties:

• Accurately maintain patient records and charts.
• Schedule appointments and liaise with reception staff when needed.
• Handle patient queries in a professional and courteous manner.

Support the practice in achieving compliance with GDC, CQC, and NHS regulations.

After the apprenticeship

Complete the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship training to become a qualified and registered Dental Nurse.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

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

About the employer

Located in Huyton and Woolton,

Hillcroft Dental Practice welcomes patients of all ages. Our principal dentist, Dr Lubna Husain, is committed to offering the highest standards of modern dentistry, including family dentistry, dental implants and dentures.

We also offer hygiene services to help you keep your smile bright, clean and fresh. As providers of Denplan, we offer a range of straightforward options to help you finance your dental treatment.

Our highly trained and experienced staff are what make us great at what we do. We take pride in staying up to date with the latest advances in dentistry, ensuring we deliver great results and the best value for money.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Dental nurse (level 3), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: POULTEC TRAINING LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
• Start date: 16 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year
• Other locations: Liverpool, L36 6DY