Apprentice Dental Nurse - Together Dental

Introduction

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning your job role within the practise will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.

About the Employer

Together Dental is a growing group of practices led by forward thinking, caring dentists with a shared vision to provide outstanding dental care for both NHS and private patients. We value the trust that our patients have placed in us and work hard to protect that trust. Our team are passionate about working together to deliver the best possible care in a friendly and welcoming environment.

What You'll Do

At Together Dental, you’ll be part of a welcoming and supportive team, gaining hands-on experience while working towards your Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification. This apprenticeship offers real responsibility and excellent career progression within Together Dental.

Your role may include:

• Assisting clinicians chairside in a busy practice
• Preparing surgeries, equipment, and materials
• Managing infection control and sterilisation to Together Dental standards
• Accurately recording and updating patient information
• Following Together Dental protocols, procedures, and compliance guidelines

Click apply to register your interest in the Together Dental Talent Pool and Tempdent will contact you as and when a suitable vacancy becomes available in your area.

Training Outcome

• At Together Dental, there are many routes for growth and development. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Nurse, Lead Nurse or Practice Manager
• Through Together Dental training and development programmes, you could become a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, delivering preventative and clinical treatments to patients
• You could also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working with clinicians to enhance patients’ smiles and improve oral health outcomes
• Together Dental offers clear progression routes, ongoing support, and professional development to help you grow your career in dentistry

Skills Required

• Administrative Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Care Skills
• Initative
• IT Skills
• Logical
• Non judgemental
• Number Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Patience
• Physical Fitness
• Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• Teamworking
• Communication Skills

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE - Maths - 4
• Desired - GCSE - English - 4

Course Information

Course: Dental nurse (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Health and science

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Can vary and will be confirmed at interview stage.Apply to this opportunity to register your interest in any future Apprentice Dental Nurse vacancies in your area.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED