Apprentice Dental Nurse - Mexborough

Southyorkshireapprenticeships; Mexborough; Remote; GBP 8,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Tempdent offers an 18-month dental nursing apprenticeship providing hands-on chairside support, sterilisation, and infection control aligned with GDPR and CQC standards. The program combines practical practice with a Level 3 Digital Nurse Apprenticeship through City & Guilds, in an inclusive dental setting that blends NHS and private treatments.

As an apprentice you will welcome patients, assist with appointments, maintain records, and progress into senior digital nurse roles with ongoing

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in dental nursing with City & Guilds Level 3 diploma.
• Confidentiality and GDPR-compliant patient data handling.
• On-the-job training with regular progress support.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Level 3 Digital Nurse Apprenticeship (City & Guilds)

Tools

Sterilisation procedures

Job description

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.

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

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

About the Training

Provided by Tempdent:

• Level 3 Digital Nurse Apprenticeship
• Functional Skills (if applicable)
• Flexible online delivery model
• Quarterly start dates throughout the year
• Induction and regular progress support

About the Employer

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