Dental Nurse Apprenticeship - Oakham
Damira - Oakham (JDRM), Oakham, Rutland
Dental Nurse Apprenticeship - Oakham
£16,640 a year
Damira - Oakham (JDRM), Oakham, Rutland
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 3 weeks ago, 16 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: 24-08-2026 (In 18 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Oakham, Rutland
Full Job Description
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 practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.
About the Employer
An inclusive dental practice offering mixed NHS and private treatments, focused on developing the next generation of dental nurses.What You'll Do
This role will provide efficient and reliable chairside support to clinicians while ensuring high standards of patient care, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance.
Day-to-day Dental Nurse duties may include:
- Welcoming patients and assisting with appointment scheduling
- Handling basic patient enquiries professionally and appropriately
- Preparing surgeries, sterilising instruments, and maintaining infection control to CQC standards
- Assisting clinicians during treatments and accurately updating patient records in line with GDPR
- Supporting patients’ comfort, reassurance, and overall dental experience
- Monitoring and managing stock, equipment, and surgery readiness
- Maintaining clean, safe, and fully equipped clinical areas
- Upholding patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times
- Collaborating with dentists and the wider team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality care
Training Outcome
There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Administrative Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Creative
- 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 and English - 4
Course Information
Course: Dental nurse (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Health and science
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Varied shifts within these opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 8am - 8pm.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Number of Positions Available: 2
Training Provider: TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED