Apprentice Dental Nurse / Receptionist
The Bridge Dental Care, Barrack Hill, Stockport
Apprentice Dental Nurse / Receptionist
£16,640 a year
The Bridge Dental Care, Barrack Hill, Stockport
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 6 days ago, 31 Jul | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: 10-08-2026 (In 4 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Barrack Hill, Stockport
Full Job Description
Introduction
APPRENTICE DENTAL NURSE/RECEPTIONIST
The job involves assisting The Dentist in surgery, helping patients, reception tasks such as answering the telephone, taking payments etc.
About the Employer
We are an NHS family dental practice based in Stockport. We offer standard NHS care but also private options. The practice has Orthodontic practitioners and also a visiting oral surgeon.
What You'll Do
* Assisting the Dentist, Dental Therapist with all different kinds of dental treatment.
* Making sure that the patient is comfortable and supported throughout their visit.
* Making appointments
* Taking payments
* Answering the telephone
Training Outcome
Completion of the apprenticeship leads to qualification as a Dental Nurse, with opportunities to progress into roles such as Lead Dental Nurse, Oral Health Educator, Treatment Coordinator, Radiography-qualified Nurse, or further development into Practice Management
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Desired - GCSE - English - 4
- Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4
Course Information
Course: Dental nurse (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Health and science
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: The practice is open 8:45am-5:30pm Mon-Fri (late night on a Thursday until 7:30pm and 8:45am-1:30pm on a Saturday. The hours will vary and will include weekend sessions and some adhoc evenings. Time off is given for off the job studies.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: DENTRAIN PROFESSIONALS LTD