Apprentice Dental Nurse

Bupa; Parson's Heath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental care provider is seeking an Apprentice Dental Nurse in Parson's Heath. In this role, you will work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive environment, learning a wide range of clinical procedures while earning a Level 3 qualification. This full-time apprenticeship offers competitive pay rates, and you will gain essential skills in patient care. Join a dedicated team committed to providing an outstanding dental experience while building your career in dentistry.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to healthcare benefits

Discounted dental insurance

Career progression pathways

Free post-qualification training

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic personality.
• Ability to learn quickly in a clinical environment.
• Good understanding of basic dental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist dental professionals during procedures.
• Learn to provide patient care and support.
• Complete training for a Level 3 qualification.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

Overview

As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you'll work alongside experienced clinicians and a supportive practice team, learning everything from patient care to clinical procedures in a modern, well-equipped practice.

Full-time hours - 41 hours per week: Monday: 7:45am - 6:00pm Tuesday: 7:45am - 5:30pm Wednesday: 7:45am - 5:30pm Thursday: 7:45am - 7:00pm Friday: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Training & Qualification

You will achieve a Level 3 qualification following an 18-24 month training programme. Before taking your end-point assessment, you must achieve Level 2 English and Maths (equivalent to GCSEs at grades A to C) if you have not already achieved them and can provide evidence confirming this.

Candidate Profile

Practice Manager Gemma Huffey is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Dental Nurse to join her welcoming team at Bupa Dental Care Colchester, Ipswich Road.

This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in dentistry with a leading dental care provider, learning on the job while gaining a nationally recognised qualification.

Location & Practice

Bupa Dental Care Colchester, Ipswich Road is ideally located just outside Colchester town centre.

• Easy road access via the A12 and Ipswich Road
• Good public transport links, with regular bus routes nearby
• Short distance from local amenities, making it easy to grab lunch or run errands before or after work

What’s Around the Practice?

• Local cafés, supermarkets, and takeaways
• Retail parks and convenience stores
• Green spaces and residential areas
• Close proximity to Colchester town centre, Castle Park, and main shopping areas

Why Join Bupa Dental Care?

• Earn while you learn with a funded apprenticeship
• Supportive management and experienced mentors
• Access to Bupa benefits and wellbeing support
• Clear career progression within a respected dental network

Role of Apprentice Dental Nurse at Bupa

Our Dental Nurse Apprenticeship will support and provide you with the necessary Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours on your journey to becoming a GDC registered qualified dental nurse.

• Enabling you to provide the best patient care from the moment someone walks into one of our practices until the point they leave.
• Supporting our Dental professionals, and providing them with the necessary chair-side assistance, enabling them to deliver the highest level of patient care.
• Working as an Apprentice Dental Nurse means you can "earn whilst you learn".
• How infectious diseases are transmitted and prevented.
• Dental materials, equipment, and resources.
• How to deal with medical emergencies.
• Legislative compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Clinical skills.
• Health promotion.
• Patient care and management.

Salary and Benefits

We make life better for millions and that includes yours.

• Competitive pay rates which increase upon qualification.
• Access to MyHealthcare which gives you quick, easy access to free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support - all available from one phone number.
• You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.
• My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your financial wellbeing.
• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.
• Our mental health approach brings together a wide range of support such as our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and access to Personal Energy - Bupa's own wellbeing programme.
• Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.
• Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual Flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa's Menopause Plan.
• Wagestream - Access your income before payday, if and when you need it.
• You're encouraged and supported from day one to learn, develop and progress. We've established dental nurse career pathways leading to senior roles, and offer free post-qualification training and CPD.
• We cover the cost of your GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity - we'll save you hundreds of pounds so you can concentrate on delivering great patient care and building your dental career with us.
• And many more, just ask.

EEO Statement

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer. Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will aim to offer an interview/assessment to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and offer reasonable adjustments to anyone who may benefit from accommodations to the recruitment process.

We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You'll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

Here you’ll be welcomed. To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.