Job Title: Apprentice Dental Nurse
Location: Loddon Bridge Road Dental Practice (Woodley, Reading)
Apprenticeship length: Approx. 18 Months
Qualification Gained: Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
Requirement: Age 16+ | Minimum 30 hours per week (includes dedicated study time)
About the Role
Are you looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare? We are seeking a friendly, motivated, and reliable Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our supportive local NHS dental team.
Dental nurses are essential to patient care, ensuring surgeries run smoothly and patients feel safe and comfortable. Once qualified, this role offers excellent long-term job security and opens clear pathways for career progression—including advanced clinical skills, practice management, or further study to become a Dental Hygienist or Therapist.
Key Responsibilities
Working alongside our experienced clinical team, full training will be provided to help you master the following:
- Chairside Support: Assisting dentists and hygienists during clinical procedures, preparing materials, and passing instruments.
- Infection Control: Maintaining strict decontamination and sterilization standards in the surgery and decontamination room.
- Patient Care: Welcoming patients, putting them at ease, and maintaining strict confidentiality at all times.
- Clinical Administration: Managing stock levels, processing dental radiographs (X-rays), and handling lab work.
- Reception Support: Learning our practice software to book appointments, answer phone inquiries, and process payments.
What We Are Looking For
- Personal Qualities: Caring, empathetic, punctual, and reliable with a mature, professional attitude.
- Skills: Strong communication skills, good computer literacy, and the ability to work well both as part of a team and independently.
- Requirements: Suitable for school leavers (16+). Successful candidates must pass a standard DBS check and be immunised against Hepatitis B (or willing to undergo vaccination).
What We Offer
- Comprehensive Qualifications: Comprehensive Level 3 Diploma training delivered by a reputable apprenticeship provider.
- Ongoing Training: Continuous professional development, including Basic Life Support (BLS) and ongoing workplace mentoring.
- Career Growth: A steady foundation for a long-term, transferable career in the dental sector.
Pay: From £8.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
