Dental Nurse Apprentice: Hands-On Training & Growth

Skills 4 Pharmacy; Hawkesley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS foundation Trust is offering a Dental Nurse Apprenticeship. This patient‑facing role provides hands‑on experience across dental treatments while you train toward becoming a qualified Dental Nurse in a professional, supportive team.

You’ll work with experienced clinicians, gain training on infection control, record keeping, and appointment management, with clear progression pathways into roles such as lead nurse or orthodontic nursing as you advance.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English required.
• Enthusiastic and eager to learn with a patient‑facing approach.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional with good IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and clinicians during dental treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure equipment is ready.
• Clean, sterilise and maintain instruments per infection control standards.
• Record patient information accurately in computer systems.
• Help manage appointment flow and support practice operations.
• Assist with basic administrative duties as required.

Skills

Tact and discretion

Clear communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organization

Time management

Multi-tasking

Calm under pressure

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (A-C/4-9)

Job description

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS foundation Trust is offering a Dental Nurse Apprenticeship. This patient‑facing role provides hands‑on experience across dental treatments while you train toward becoming a qualified Dental Nurse in a professional, supportive team.

You’ll work with experienced clinicians, gain training on infection control, record keeping, and appointment management, with clear progression pathways into roles such as lead nurse or orthodontic nursing as you advance.