Dental Nurse Apprentice — Start Your Caring Dentistry Career

Skills4Dental; Burnley; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Mentoring & support

Career progression

Private practice environment

Friendly team

Job summary

Skills4Dental is offering an Apprentice Dental Nurse position in a private practice setting. No prior experience needed; full training, mentoring, and support will be provided throughout development.

GCSEs in Maths and English are required, with a calm, compassionate approach and strong communication skills essential for patient care. You’ll work with a friendly team, gain hands-on experience across dental nursing, and pursue the Integrated Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification.

Qualifications

• GCSEs Maths and English at A-C (or 4-9) or equivalent.
• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Calm, compassionate, confident, caring; keen to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and clinicians during dental treatments.
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure equipment is ready.
• Sterilise instruments and maintain infection control standards.
• Update patient records accurately using computer systems.
• Support with appointment flow and basic admin duties.
• Provide reassurance to patients and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Dental nursing interest

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Time management

Calm under pressure

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Skills4Dental is offering an Apprentice Dental Nurse position in a private practice setting. No prior experience needed; full training, mentoring, and support will be provided throughout development.

GCSEs in Maths and English are required, with a calm, compassionate approach and strong communication skills essential for patient care. You’ll work with a friendly team, gain hands-on experience across dental nursing, and pursue the Integrated Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification.