Apprentice Dental Nurse

This full-time position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance in a dental career and gain direct experience in a thriving and supportive workplace. In practice, you will work closely with the dentist, assisting in surgery, as well as having sterilisation, decontamination and clinical duties, as well as possible reception cover.

What you will do

• Chairside assistance including fillings, extractions and cross infection control
• Learn about the anatomy of the jaw and mandiable and tooth anatomy
• Required to learn all about certain medical conditions

Training

Level 3 Dental Nurse (integrated) Apprenticeship Standard, including:

• Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing
• Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours
• End-Point Assessment
• Delivery of training to be confirmed

After the apprenticeship

• After gaining a qualification in Dental Nursing, there are post graduate qualifications to gain in radiography, sedation, oral hygiene instruction
• Many nurses also go on to do a Hygiene/Therapist course

and some even go on to do Dentistry

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Good listener

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 5)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 5)

Things to consider

The successful candidate will be required to take an Enhanced DBS check and will be required to have all childhood vaccinations and a Hep B course once offered a position. This will be done at Occupational Health and paid for by the employer. They will also be required to attend college.

About the employer

A long-established family-owned Practice offering NHS and private dentistry to the local community. We endeavour to provide a quality service in a modern and relaxed atmosphere. Twelve modern air-conditioned surgeries enable us to provide excellence in every aspect of clinical care (5 surgeries have disabled access and facilities). We also provide IV and gaseous sedation. State-of-the-art diagnostic and sterilising equipment underpin our commitment to the highest standards of treatment.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Dental nurse (level 3), Health and science
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: WIRRAL METROPOLITAN COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year 9 Months
• Hours: 38 hours a week. Working week: Monday - Thursday, 8.50am - 5.40pm. Friday, 7.50am - 4.10pm.
• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £15,808 a year