Apprentice Dental Nurse

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-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.

What you'll do

Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians.

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

This list is not exhaustive

Training

• This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK
• Upon achievement, the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level
• Functional Skills English and maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt

After the apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager

With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums

You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist, helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Patience

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4) desirable
• Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

About the employer

At Euro Dental Care and Wellness Centre, we don't just treat teeth — we care for people. We're here to support your long-term oral health, enhance your confidence, and make every visit a positive experience.

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: 35 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
• Start date: 30 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £14,560 a year