Dental Nurse Apprentice — Structured Training & Career Growth

Dentalcare Group; Marlborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship

Career progression

NHS exposure

Private exposure

Friendly team

Qualification path

Job summary

Dentalcare Group is seeking an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join a friendly team with full training and support toward a recognised dental nursing qualification and GDC registration. You will work closely with clinicians, gaining hands-on experience in both clinical and patient-facing duties.

The role offers structured apprenticeship programmes, exposure to NHS and private services, and opportunities to progress to a qualified Dental Nurse upon completion.

Qualifications

• Interest in dentistry and patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional attitude and reliability.
• Willingness to complete the dental nursing qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists during NHS and private treatments.
• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms per infection control standards.
• Decontaminate instruments and manage cross-infection protocols.
• Support patient care before, during and after treatment.
• Maintain clinical records and regulatory compliance.
• Support reception duties including patient communication and booking appointments.
• Participate in apprenticeship coursework.

Skills

Interest in dentistry

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional attitude

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Dental nursing qualification

Job description

Dentalcare Group is seeking an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join a friendly team with full training and support toward a recognised dental nursing qualification and GDC registration. You will work closely with clinicians, gaining hands-on experience in both clinical and patient-facing duties.

The role offers structured apprenticeship programmes, exposure to NHS and private services, and opportunities to progress to a qualified Dental Nurse upon completion.