Dental Nurse Apprentice: Kickstart Your Career in Dentistry

Dentalcare Group; Brackley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship programme

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to NHS and private dental服务

Friendly and supportive team

Ongoing training and development

Progress to qualified Dental Nurse

Job summary

Dentalcare Group is seeking an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly team. This role offers full training and support 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, preparing rooms, assisting during NHS and private treatments, and contributing to infection control and record-keeping. Progression to a qualified nurse is available on completion.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in dentistry and patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• 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 line with infection control standards.
• Decontaminate instruments and manage cross-infection protocols.
• Support patient care before, during and after treatment.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support reception duties, including patient communication and appointments.

Skills

Interest in dentistry

Communication skills

Professional attitude

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Dentalcare Group is seeking an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly team. This role offers full training and support 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, preparing rooms, assisting during NHS and private treatments, and contributing to infection control and record-keeping. Progression to a qualified nurse is available on completion.