Apprentice Dental Nurse -Southampton
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Company: Damira - Weston Lane Dental Practice
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Location: SO19 9GN
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000046309
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Application Deadline Date: 21/08/2026
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Start Date: 28/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Working Pattern for over 19's: Monday and Wednesday, 09:00 - 19.00. Tuesday and Thursday, 08:00 - 17:00. Friday, 09:00 - 17:00. Saturday OR Sunday (rota), 08:00 - 16:00. Working Pattern for under 19's: Wednesday and Friday, 08:45 - 17:15. Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, 07:45 - 16:45.
Brief Description
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.
Training to be Provided
Provided by Tempdent:
- Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship
- Functional Skills (if applicable)
- Flexible online delivery model
- Quarterly start dates throughout the year
- Induction and regular progress support
Future Prospects
- At Damira Dental, your dental career can grow in many rewarding directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Dental Nurse, Lead Nurse or Business Manager
- With Damira-supported training and development, you could advance into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist role, supporting patients with preventative and restorative treatments
- You could also choose to specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working closely with clinicians to improve the alignment, function, and appearance of patients’ teeth
- Damira Dental offers clear progression pathways, funded training, and ongoing support to help you build a successful long-term career in dentistry
Vacancy Detail
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