Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

An inclusive dental practice offering mixed NHS and private treatments, focused on developing the next generation of dental nurses.

Mon 8.45am-8pm Tues, Wed, Thurs 8.45am-5.30pm Friday & Sat 8.45am-4pm required 2 Saturdays per month with a day off in the week 39 hours 30 minutes a week1 year 6 monthsCommunication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience, You will be required to get a DBS, You must get your Hep B vaccination

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4/C)
• Maths (grade 4/C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Other requirements

• You will be required to get a DBS
• You must get your Hep B vaccination

English (grade 4/C), Maths (grade 4/C), Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Non judgemental, Patience, You will be required to get a DBS, You must get your Hep B vaccination

After this apprenticeship

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

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

A career in dental nursing can grow in many rewarding directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Dental Nurse, Lead Nurse, Treatment Coordinator, or Practice Manager. With further training, you could develop into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, delivering preventative, restorative, and routine treatments to patients. You could also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working with dental professionals to improve the alignment and appearance of patients’ teeth. The dental sector offers clear progression routes, recognised qualifications, and ongoing professional development to support your long-term career goals.