Apprentice Dental Nurse – Yeovil

Training Provider; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED in the United Kingdom invites applicants to an 18-month dental nursing apprenticeship funded by the government. The role blends learning with real practice in a dental setting.

During the apprenticeship you will assist dentists, sterilise and prepare equipment, perform reception tasks, and focus on patient care while completing the City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma. Salary is National Minimum Wage (£12,480 to £19,827.60 per year), reflecting entry-level

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship combines on-the-job learning with a government-funded course.
• Duties include assisting dentists, sterilising and preparing equipment, and supporting patient experience.
• Reception duties and accurate record keeping are part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and specialists in a patient-focused setting.
• Prepare and sterilise equipment and ensure surgery readiness.
• Support patient experience and documentation accuracy.
• Follow practice policies and safeguarding guidelines.

Skills

Assisting dentists

Sterilisation & equipment prep

Patient experience support

Reception duties

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing

Job description

Training Provider: TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED

Salary: National Minimum Wage — £12,480 to £19,827.60 a year

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 practise will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.

At Rodericks Dental Partners, you’ll be part of a clinically led organisation where learning, teamwork, and career development are central to everything we do. While completing your apprenticeship, you’ll gain real responsibility from day one. Your role could include:

• Supporting dentists and specialists in a patient-focused setting
• Assisting with surgery setup, equipment checks, and sterilisation
• Ensuring documentation and patient records are completed correctly
• Promoting excellent standards of care aligned with Rodericks values
• Following practice policies, safeguarding, and compliance guidelines