Apprentice Dental Nurse
One Dental Peterborough
A structured opportunity to build a long-term career in Dentistry !
One Dental Peterborough is looking for a motivated, capable Apprentice Dental Nurse who wants to learn properly, develop strong clinical skills, and grow within a professional, well-run practice.
This role is suited to someone who is academically capable, organised, and genuinely committed to completing the dental nursing qualification alongside practical training.
The opportunity
This apprenticeship offers structured, hands-on training in a supportive environment with clear expectations. You will be guided throughout your apprenticeship and supported to become a confident, reliable dental nurse with strong foundations.
We are not looking for someone who wants a short-term role. We are looking for someone who wants to build a career and grow with the practice.
What you will learn
With full support, you will learn to:
- Assist clinicians chairside across a range of treatments
- Maintain high standards of infection control and decontamination
- Accurately complete clinical notes and use dental systems
- Communicate professionally with patients and the team
- Work efficiently in a structured clinical environment
- Use modern dental technology and digital workflows
No previous dental experience is required. Training will be provided.
What we are looking for
This role is suitable for someone who is:
- Intelligent and able to study and complete coursework alongside work
- Willing to learn, take feedback, and develop professionally
- Organised, reliable, and punctual
- Confident in communication, both written and verbal
- Professional, respectful, and calm under pressure
- Able to work well within a team and contribute positively
This role is not suitable for someone who is not committed to learning, studying, and completing the apprenticeship qualification.
Training and qualification
- Enrolment on a recognised Dental Nurse Apprenticeship -(suitable GCSES required)
- Full support with coursework, exams, and practical training
- Ongoing mentoring and structured development throughout the apprenticeship
Pay and progression
- Apprenticeship wage in line with current guidelines
- Pay progression as skills, competence, and responsibility develop
- Clear opportunities to progress to a qualified dental nurse role and beyond
Location
One Dental Peterborough
How to apply
If you are serious about learning, developing your skills, and building a career in dentistry, we would like to hear from you.
Please apply via Indeed and include a short explanation of why you want to become a dental nurse.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £8.00-£12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Pay rise
Work Location: In person
