Dental Nurse Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Career Growth

Dentalcare-Group-4; Swindon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship programme

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to NHS and private dental

Friendly and supportive team

Ongoing training and development

Progression to qualified Dental Nurse

Job summary

Dentalcare Group is recruiting an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly team. You will receive full training toward a recognised dental nursing qualification and GDC registration, with hands-on experience in clinical and patient-facing duties.

You will work closely with clinicians, learn infection control protocols, and develop skills across NHS and private treatments while progressing on a structured apprenticeship programme and potentially advancing to a qualified Dental Nurse role.

Qualifications

• A strong interest in dentistry and patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, reliable, and professional attitude.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and commit to completing the dental nursing qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists during NHS and private treatments
• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms in infection control standards
• Decontaminate instruments and manage cross-infection protocols
• Support patient care before, during and after treatment
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with regulations
• Support reception duties when required, including patient communication and booking appointments
• Participate in training and coursework as part of your apprenticeship programme

Skills

Interest in dentistry

Excellent communication

Positive, reliable attitude

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Dentalcare Group is recruiting an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly team. You will receive full training toward a recognised dental nursing qualification and GDC registration, with hands-on experience in clinical and patient-facing duties.

You will work closely with clinicians, learn infection control protocols, and develop skills across NHS and private treatments while progressing on a structured apprenticeship programme and potentially advancing to a qualified Dental Nurse role.