Apprentice Dental Nurse - Bradford

Southbrook Dental Practice; Shearbridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Southbrook Dental Practice is offering an 18-month apprenticeship in dental nursing funded by the government, combining practical chairside support with structured learning. You'll assist dentists, sterilise equipment, manage reception duties, and help deliver a high standard of patient care while adhering to GDPR and privacy.

Working week is around 30 hours with a mix of day-time hours. This role provides clear progression routes within the dental team and the chance to develop clinical and

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at level 4 or above preferred.
• Strong communication and customer-care abilities.
• Attention to detail and organisational skills essential.
• Able to work as part of a team in a busy dental practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient chairside support to clinicians.
• Welcoming patients and assisting with appointments.
• Prepare surgeries and sterilise instruments to standards.
• Maintain infection control to CQC standards.
• Assist during treatments and update patient records per GDPR.
• Support patient comfort and overall experience.
• Monitor stock and equipment, ensure surgery readiness.
• Maintain clean, safe clinical areas and uphold privacy.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Care

Initiative

IT Skills

Logical Thinking

Non-judgemental

Numeracy Skills

Organisational Skills

Patience

Physical Fitness

Presentation Skills

Problem Solving

Teamworking

Communication Skills

Education

GCSE Maths (4)

GCSE English (4)

Job description

Introduction

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning your job role within the practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.

About the Employer

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

What You'll Do

This role will provide efficient and reliable chairside support to clinicians while ensuring high standards of patient care, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance.Day-to-day Dental Nurse duties may include:

• Welcoming patients and assisting with appointment scheduling
• Handling basic patient enquiries professionally and appropriately
• Preparing surgeries, sterilising instruments, and maintaining infection control to CQC standards
• Assisting clinicians during treatments and accurately updating patient records in line with GDPR
• Supporting patients' comfort, reassurance, and overall dental experience
• Monitoring and managing stock, equipment, and surgery readiness
• Maintaining clean, safe, and fully equipped clinical areas
• Upholding patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times
• Collaborating with dentists and the wider team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality care

Training Outcome

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.

Skills Required

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

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4
• Desired - GCSE - English - 4

Course Information

Course: Dental nurse (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 30 hours per week between below hoursMonday and Tuesday 9am - 8pmWednesday 9am - 1pmThursday 9am-5pmFriday 9am-5pm

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED