Apprentice Dental Nurse

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

Monday - Thursday 9am-5.30pmFriday 9am-4.30pm 30 hours a week1 year 6 monthsAdministrative Skills, Analytical Skills, Attention to Detail, Customer Care Skills, Initative, IT Skills, Logical, Non judgemental, Number Skills, Organisational Skills, Patience, Physical Fitness, Presentation Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Teamworking, Communication Skills

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• Maths (grade 4)
• English (grade 4)

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

Skills

• Administrative Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Care Skills
• Initative
• IT Skills
• Logical
• Non judgemental
• Number Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Patience
• Physical Fitness
• Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Teamworking
• Communication Skills

After this apprenticeship

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.