Apprentice Dental Nurse

Bupa UK; Penzance; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Wellbeing support

Flexible working patterns

Job summary

Bupa Dental Care Penzance is offering a full-time Apprentice Dental Nurse position in Penzance, Cornwall. You’ll earn while you learn and be supported to become a GDC-registered Dental Nurse.

Gain hands-on chairside experience, learn oral anatomy, infection prevention and patient care, and complete Level 3 qualification over 18–24 months, with Level 2 English and Maths help as needed. We offer flexible patterns, paid training, and wellbeing support as part of a supportive Bupa team in a friendly

Qualifications

• Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification is required for apprenticeship.
• Level 2 English and Maths GCSE equivalents are required before end point assessment; support available.

Responsibilities

• Earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience chairside.
• Support clinicians and provide great patient care.
• Develop core skills in anatomy, infection control and patient health promotion.

Skills

Oral anatomy

Infection prevention

Patient care

Safety & compliance

Education

Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Apprentice Dental Nurse - Penzance, Cornwall TR18 2SX

Looking to train as a Dental Nurse? Take your first step with a Bupa Dental Care Apprenticeship.

• Working hours: Full-time- Monday to Friday

• Salary: £12.71
• Working hours: Full-time- Monday to Friday
• Location: Penzance

As an Apprentice Dental Nurse with Bupa Dental Care, you can feel at ease knowing we’re fully invested in you, at the start of your dentistry career. You’ll work in a warm, welcoming environment where you are not only valued, but supported to grow. And with our flexible working patterns, you can make work-life balance a reality.

Benefits that help you feel at ease in your career

• Proud to be a Great Place to Work® Certified employer and recognised as one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Women™ and UK's Best Workplaces for Development™ 2026, reflecting our commitment to an inclusive, supportive culture where people can thrive.
• Industry-leading progression and pay framework, based on your skills and experience.
• Bupa Dental Care ranks 15th in the Department for Education's Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers list for 2025, and 93% of our Dental Nursing Apprentices are on track to complete on time.
• Exclusive access to unique training and development opportunities with 300+ online courses available through Bupa Learn, access to Tempdent's CPD platform and LinkedIn Learning.
• Market-leading wellbeing support, including remote GP services, physiotherapy and mental health support. You'll receive a fully funded period and menopause plan, a free health assessment and a £350 allowance to use on selected Bupa products.
• Paid‑for essentials such as registration, DBS checks, professional indemnity and vaccinations, plus access to financial wellbeing support through Stream.
• Flexible working patterns designed to support your life outside of work.
• And much more, from colleague discounts and financial wellbeing support to health and lifestyle benefits designed to support you every day.

What To Expect From The Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

Our apprenticeship gives you the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to become a GDC‑registered Dental Nurse. You'll earn while you learn, gaining hands‑on experience as you provide great patient care and support clinicians chairside.

You'll also build core skills in areas such as:

• Oral anatomy and dental procedures
• Infection prevention and control
• Patient care and health promotion
• Safety, compliance and managing clinical situations

Qualification you’ll achieve

Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification completed over 18–24 months

Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE A*–C equivalents) required before your end point assessment — we'll support you if you need to achieve these.

About Our Bupa Dental Care Penzance Practice

Bupa Dental Care Penzance is a modern, award‑winning practice located in the heart of this beautiful coastal town, just a short walk from the beach. Our friendly and supportive team is made up of experienced dentists, hygienists, nurses, and practice colleagues who work closely together to create a positive experience for both patients and one another.

As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you'll be joining a welcoming team that is passionate about helping colleagues learn and develop. You'll be supported every step of the way by experienced dental professionals, gaining exposure to a wide range of treatments including general dentistry, implants, Invisalign, and cosmetic dentistry.

We pride ourselves on our friendly practice culture and strong team spirit, with colleagues who enjoy supporting each other both inside and outside of work. If you're looking to start your career in a practice where you'll feel part of the team from day one, learn valuable skills, and grow in confidence, Bupa Dental Care Penzance is a fantastic place to begin your dental nursing journey.

Curious about life at Bupa Dental Care?

Here you'll be welcomed. 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.

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.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.