Apprentice Dental Nurse - Rotherham

Riverdale healthcare - Ivy Cottage

Rotherham

On-site

GBP 12,000 - 16,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Riverdale healthcare - Ivy Cottage is offering an 18‑month government funded apprenticeship in dental nursing. You will assist dentists, sterilise equipment, manage reception duties, and support patient experience while complying with GDPR and privacy standards.

The role provides chairside support, stock control, and collaboration with clinicians to deliver high‑quality care in a mixed NHS/private practice.

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above (Desirable).
Administrative background and IT skills helpful.

Responsibilities

Provide chairside support to clinicians.
Assist with appointment scheduling and patient enquiries.
Prepare surgeries, sterilise instruments and maintain infection control.
Update patient records in line with GDPR.
Support patients’ comfort and overall dental experience.
Monitor and manage stock and equipment readiness.
Maintain clean, safe clinical areas and uphold privacy.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Care Skills

Initiative

IT Skills

Logical

Non judgemental

Number Skills

Organisational Skills

Patience

Physical Fitness

Presentation Skills

Problem Solving Skills

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