Dental Nurse Apprentice — Start Your Career with Full Training

Skills4Dental; Helmsley; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and support toward a DHN

On-the-job learning

Friendly, supportive team

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Skills4Dental is offering an Apprenticeship for a Trainee Dental Nurse at our Helmsley practice. This role provides full training, mentoring, and support to start a rewarding career in dentistry within a friendly private practice environment.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across all areas of dental nursing, while working with qualified professionals and progressing toward a recognised Dental Nurse qualification. Fully on-the-job learning and long-term career progression are offered.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at A-C or 4-9 in Maths and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and clinicians during a range of dental treatments and procedures
• Ensure patients feel comfortable, informed, and reassured throughout their visit
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure all equipment and materials are ready for use
• Clean, sterilise, and maintain instruments in line with infection control standards
• Follow health, safety, and confidentiality policies at all times
• Support patients with pre and post treatment guidance
• Accurately update patient records using computer-based systems
• Help manage appointment flow and support the smooth running of the practice
• Assist with basic administrative duties as required

Skills

Interest in nursing

Tact & discretion

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organization & time management

Multi-tasking

Calmness

Resilience

Education

Dental Nurse (Integrated) Level 3

Job description

Skills4Dental is offering an Apprenticeship for a Trainee Dental Nurse at our Helmsley practice. This role provides full training, mentoring, and support to start a rewarding career in dentistry within a friendly private practice environment.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across all areas of dental nursing, while working with qualified professionals and progressing toward a recognised Dental Nurse qualification. Fully on-the-job learning and long-term career progression are offered.