Trainee Dental Nurses

NLDC LTD; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established dental practice in Tewkesbury as a Trainee Dental Nurse. This full-time, permanent role offers comprehensive training and mentorship in patient care, enhancing your skills in a modern working environment. Ideal for those passionate about dentistry and looking to build a career in a supportive team.

Benefits

Full training and mentorship from qualified professionals

Career progression into fully qualified roles

Supportive team culture focused on development

Negotiable salary reviewed with progress

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or planning to start a GDC-approved dental nursing course.
• Eager to learn about infection control and patient care.
• Friendly, respectful, and willing to ask questions.

Responsibilities

• Assist during general and cosmetic dental treatments.
• Handle sterilization and infection control duties.
• Support patients before, during, and after appointments.

Skills

Interest in dentistry

Attention to cleanliness and safety

Organizational skills

Patient care

Education

GDC-approved dental nursing course (e.g. NEBDN Diploma)

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Dental Nurses Required (2 Full-Time Roles Available)

Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 5RX

Salary: 14.70 per hour (negotiable, depending on experience and progress)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Start Date: Flexible - ideal for candidates ready to begin or already enrolled in training

Why Join Us?

With a long-standing reputation for excellence since 1997, our Tewkesbury-based dental and aesthetics practice is known for delivering high-quality care across general dentistry, oral health, and facial aesthetics.

We're proud to support patients from Tewkesbury, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Herefordshire and Worcestershire who travel to us for our trusted, personal approach. Now, we're looking for two trainee dental nurses to become part of our supportive, experienced team.

Whether you're just starting your journey or seeking hands-on experience while studying, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a modern, friendly, and forward-thinking practice.

Who This Role is Perfect For:

• You're genuinely interested in both dentistry and facial aesthetics, and want to learn how to support clinical treatments that enhance patients' health and confidence
• You're planning to or currently enrolled on a GDC-approved dental nursing course (e.g. NEBDN Diploma)
• You value cleanliness, safety, and precision, and are eager to learn about infection control, digital records, and patient care
• You're friendly, respectful, organised - and not afraid to ask questions

What You'll Learn & Do:

• Chairside assistance during general and cosmetic dental treatments
• Help with facial aesthetic procedures in a medically regulated environment
• Sterilisation and infection control duties
• Stock preparation and surgery organisation
• Assisting with dental X-rays
• Recording treatment notes using basic digital systems
• Supporting patients before, during, and after appointments

What We Offer:

• Full training and mentorship from qualified dental professionals
• A chance to build your portfolio while working in a respected private practice
• Career progression into fully qualified roles after training
• Supportive, close-knit team culture with a focus on professional development
• Accessible location with good transport links
• Negotiable salary, reviewed as you progress through your qualification

Practice Hours:

• Monday - Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
• Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Friday - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM

How to Find Us:

Tewkesbury station is approximately 1.5 miles away with nearby bus connections

Ready to Apply?

We're ready to support the next generation of dental nurses, if you're passionate about patient care, aesthetics, and oral health, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today.

All applications must be submitted exclusively through this platform. Applications submitted through other channels will not be considered. If your application progresses successfully, our dental specialist recruiters will contact you to arrange an informal chat about the role and requirements before scheduling an interview directly with the practice.

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