You’ll work closely with qualified dental professionals, gaining hands-on experience across all areas of dental nursing. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to build confidence, develop new skills, and work towards becoming a fully qualified Dental Nurse in a professional and welcoming private practice environment. This is a patient-facing role where enthusiasm, reliability, and a positive attitude are just as important as technical skills. If you enjoy helping others and want a career where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect starting point. Key Responsibilities As a Trainee Dental Nurse, you will: • Assist dentists and clinicians during a range of dental treatments and procedures • Ensure patients feel comfortable, informed, and reassured throughout their visit • Prepare treatment rooms and ensure all equipment and materials are ready for use • Clean, sterilise, and maintain instruments in line with infection control standards • Follow health, safety, and confidentiality policies at all times • Support patients with pre and post treatment guidance • Accurately update patient records using computer-based systems • Help manage appointment flow and support the smooth running of the practice • Assist with basic administrative duties as required What We’re Looking For We believe the right attitude and mindset are key. You don’t need dental experience, we’re looking for someone who: • Has a positive, can do approach and is eager to learn • Is genuinely interested in patient care and personal development • Is reliable, punctual, and takes pride in being professional • Enjoys working as part of a team and supporting others • Communicates clearly and confidently with both patients and colleagues • Can stay organised and manage multiple tasks in a busy environment • Has basic IT skills and is comfortable learning new systems What We Offer • Full training and support towards a recognised Dental Nurse qualification • On-the-job learning alongside experienced dental professionals • A friendly, supportive, and professional team environment • A great opportunity to build long-term career progression within dentistry • Valuable experience in a high-quality private practice setting Once you successfully complete your Dental Nurse Apprenticeship and become a qualified Dental Nurse, there are many exciting career pathways available within dentistry. Depending on your interests, you could progress into areas such as: • Specialist dental nursing, including orthodontics, implants, sedation, or oral surgery • Dental Radiography with further training • Practice-based roles such as lead nurse or treatment coordinator • Further education in dental hygiene, dental therapy, or other healthcare roles Training to be Provided Dental Nurse (Integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Duration 15 Months