Trainee Dental Nurse / Dental Nurse Assistant

TipTopJob; Ashburton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Ashburton is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse to assist during procedures, maintain treatment rooms, and support patients. Comprehensive training is provided, and no previous experience is necessary. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, reliable, and have basic English and computer skills. This full-time position comes with career progression pathways and professional support.

Benefits

Comprehensive training with ongoing mentorship

Pension and holiday entitlement

Uniforms and PPE supplied

Career progression pathways

Qualifications

• No previous dental experience is needed; full support and professional training provided.
• Minimum first dose of Hepatitis B vaccination required.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dental team during procedures.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and equipment.
• Welcome and reassure patients.
• Keep records accurate and up to date.
• Ensure high standards of infection control.

Skills

Enthusiasm to learn

Reliability

Organizational skills

Good spoken and written English

Basic computer literacy

Education

Enrolled on a GDC-approved dental course

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Dental Nurse / Dental Nurse Assistant

Location: Ashburton, Newton Abbot, TQ13 7DT

Salary: GBP 14 per hour

Job Type: Permanent : Full Time

Practice Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

About The Role

We’re looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to train as Dental Nurses or Dental Nurse Assistants. No previous dental experience is needed; we will provide full support and professional training while you work towards your GDC‑approved qualification.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Assist the dental team during a range of procedures
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms and equipment
• Welcome and reassure patients throughout their visit
• Keep records accurate and up to date
• Ensure high standards of infection control are followed

What We’re Looking For

• Enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills
• Reliable, professional, and organised
• Enrolled (or planning to enrol) on a GDC‑approved dental course
• Good spoken and written English
• Basic computer literacy
• Minimum first dose of Hepatitis B vaccination
• Eligibility to work in the UK

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training with ongoing mentorship
• Pension and holiday entitlement
• Uniforms and PPE supplied
• Career progression pathways and professional support

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career in dentistry, apply today.

Applications must be submitted through this platform. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an informal discussion before interview.

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of: Trainee Dentist Assistant, Trainee Dental Assistant, Trainee Dental Nurse, will also be considered for this role.