The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning your job role within the practise will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.
About the Role
This role will provide efficient and reliable chairside support to clinicians while ensuring high standards of patient care, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance.
Day-to-day Dental Nurse duties may include:
* Welcoming patients and assisting with appointment scheduling
* Handling basic patient enquiries professionally and appropriately
* Preparing surgeries, sterilising instruments, and maintaining infection control to CQC standards
* Assisting clinicians during treatments and accurately updating patient records in line with GDPR
* Supporting patients’ comfort, reassurance, and overall dental experience
* Monitoring and managing stock, equipment, and surgery readiness
* Maintaining clean, safe, and fully equipped clinical areas
* Upholding patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times
* Collaborating with dentists and the wider team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality care
If you are successfully appointed to this position, you will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide evidence of vaccination against Hepatitis B.
Shift Pattern
Shifts to be confirmed but within opening hours:
MONDAY
09:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 17:00
TUESDAY
09:00 - 13:00
14:00 - 17:00
WEDNESDAY
09:00 - 13:00
Easy Apply (EA)