Apprentice Dental Nurse

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 practise 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

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 3. Functional Skills English & maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt.



Training Outcome:

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.

For more information on Dental Careers : Please visit :https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/



Employer Description:
For more than 25 years, Sawtry Dental has been one of the most trusted and well respected dental practices in Cambridgeshire. We believe in providing high quality dental treatment and aim to ensure that you and your family are getting value for money and top quality treatment. We offer a wide range of dental services and make every effort to remain up to date in our training and the dental services we offer. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you expect from a top health care provider.

Working Hours :
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30am- 5:00pm Friday 8:30am- 1:30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental


  • Location: 5 GIDDING ROAD SAWTRY HUNTINGDON PE28 5TS
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
  • Posted: 10-Oct-2025
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk