Apprentice OR Trainee Dental Nurse

Envisage Dental | Certified B Corp™ | Redefining Group Dentistry; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 6,900 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Abbeymead Dental Centre in Chertsey is seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice or Trainee Dental Nurse. The role starts in reception, then gradually moves to clinical duties as you train. You will learn practice systems, welcome patients, and assist the team as you progress.

We welcome complete beginners and those on a dental nursing course direction. The practice supports training, offers flexible days, and values a friendly, professional approach to care.

Qualifications

• No prior dentistry experience required; suitable for complete beginners.
• Willing to undertake a dental nursing apprenticeship or be enrolled on a course.
• Able to commute to Abbeymead Dental Centre and join a small team.

Responsibilities

• Initially manage reception duties: greet patients and answer calls.
• Learn and use the practice management software and book appointments.
• Carry out general administrative tasks and support the dental team.
• Shadow senior nurses and progress toward clinical duties as training allows.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

IT literacy

Team player

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Abbeymead Dental Centre

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly and motivated individual to join our team as an Apprentice or Trainee Dental Nurse.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in dentistry. We are happy to consider candidates who are completely new to dentistry, those looking to undertake a dental nursing apprenticeship, or individuals who are already enrolled on a dental nursing course and need a practice to support their training.

The role

To help you settle into the practice and get to know our patients, team and working systems, you will initially spend time working on reception. This will give you a good understanding of how the practice operates before gradually progressing into the clinical side of dental nursing.

Initially, your reception responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming patients and providing a friendly, professional first impression.


• Answering telephone calls and dealing with patient enquiries.


• Learning our practice management software and systems.


• Booking appointments and managing the appointment diary.


• Carrying out general administrative duties.

As you develop, you will have the opportunity to:

• Shadow our experienced dental nurses.


• Learn about the clinical environment and dental nursing procedures.


• Develop practical dental nursing skills.


• Assist the dental team during patient treatments as your training progresses.


• Work towards gaining a recognised dental nursing qualification, where applicable.

We will support you throughout your development and help you build the confidence and skills needed to become a valued member of our clinical team.

Working days and hours

The position is open to three or four days per week with Monday and Friday being essential working days. The additional working day will be agreed with you.

Our opening hours are:

• Monday-Thursday: 8:15am-5:30pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.


• Friday: 7:45am-4:30pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Salary and training

• Pay will be in line with the applicable National Minimum Wage depending on age.


• We will provide support and guidance throughout your training and development.


• The practice will support you in obtaining the required Hepatitis B vaccinations as you progress towards your clinical role.

The ideal candidate

• Friendly, approachable and confident when communicating with patients.


• Well-spoken, with a professional and welcoming telephone manner.


• Comfortable using computers and able to learn new IT systems.


• Caring, patient-focused and professional.


• A positive team player who enjoys working with others.


• Enthusiastic, motivated and keen to learn new skills.

Ideally, you will live within a reasonable commuting distance of Abbeymead Dental Centre and be able to travel reliably to and from the practice on your agreed working days.

Join our team

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive, established team and develop a rewarding career in dental nursing. Whether you are looking for an apprenticeship, are already studying dental nursing, or simply want to take your first step into dentistry.

The Envisage Dental Group is certified B-Corp, we celebrate collaboration and transparency. We are proud to be an inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace. We have created a workforce that reflects our diverse patient and practice communities, promotes positivity, and supports our continued success.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

As part of our commitment to closing the Gender Pay Gap and ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, we do not request or consider salary history at any stage of our recruitment process. Our compensation decisions are based on the requirements of the role, relevant skills and experience, and our commitment to fair and equitable pay.