Apprentice Dental Nurse – Cheltenham, Arnica Dental – GL53 0BS
Monday to Thursday 8am‑17.30pm / Friday 8am‑16.30pm
£12.71 an hour until qualified.
Here at Bupa Dental Care our people are at the heart of everything we do – we care and create supportive environments where staff can thrive and collaborate with industry experts to help people lead healthier, happier lives.
What is the role of Apprentice Dental Nurse at Bupa?
Our Dental Nurse Apprenticeship will support and provide you with the necessary Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours on your journey to becoming a GDC registered qualified dental nurse. This includes:
* Providing the best patient care from the moment someone walks into one of our practices until they leave.
* Supporting our dental professionals and providing them with chair‑side assistance to enable highest level of patient care.
* Working as an Apprentice Dental Nurse means you can earn while you learn.
What qualifications you will achieve as an Apprentice Dental Nurse?
You will achieve a Level 3 qualification following an 18‑24 month training programme. Before taking your end‑point assessment you must achieve Level 2 English and Maths (equivalent to GCSEs at grades A* to C) if you have not already achieved them and can provide evidence confirming this.
What will you learn as an Apprentice Dental Nurse?
* Oral anatomy and physiology, respiratory and circulatory systems.
* How infectious diseases are transmitted and prevented.
* Dental materials, equipment, and resources.
* How to deal with medical emergencies.
* Legislative compliance and regulatory requirements.
* Clinical skills.
* Health promotion.
* Patient care and management.
Your Salary and Benefits
* Competitive pay rates which increase upon qualification.
* Access to MyHealthcare providing free support and treatment for a variety of health‑related issues. You also receive a MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance of approximately £350.
* My Bupa Extras – discounts at retailers and financial wellbeing tools.
* Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK, including online digital fitness providers.
* Broad mental health support such as Employee Assistance Programme, Family Mental HealthLine and Personal Energy.
* Discounted dental insurance extendable to immediate family.
* Health and wellbeing benefits including Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
* Wagestream – access income before payday.
* Encouraged learning and career progression from day one. Dental nurse career pathways leading to senior roles, free post‑qualification training and CPD.
* We cover the cost of your GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity.
* Many more benefits – just ask.
So why wait? Apply now to join a brilliant team.
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Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and prioritise an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves. We’re an equal opportunities employer. Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will offer interview/assessment to disabled applicants best meeting the minimum criteria. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments.
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