Apprentice Dental Nurse

• As a Trainee Dental Nurse / Receptionist, you will be integral to providing high-quality patient care in a dental setting


• Reporting to the lead dentist, your role will involve assisting with patient interactions, managing appointments, and ensuring smooth operations within the practice


• Your core skills in patient care will be complemented by your relevant abilities in communication, IT, and organisational skills, enabling you to effectively support both patients and dental staff


• This position offers a valuable opportunity to develop your nursing skills while contributing to a positive patient experience in a professional environment

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality patient care by assisting with dental procedures and ensuring patient comfort


• Manage reception duties, including scheduling appointments and handling patient enquiries


• Maintain accurate patient records and manage sensitive information with confidentiality


• Utilise IT systems for efficient communication and organisation of patient data


• Collaborate with dental professionals to ensure smooth clinic operations and effective teamwork

As a Apprentice Dental Nurse you will achieve a Level 3 qualification following an 18-24 month training programme. Before taking your end-point assessment, you must achieve level 2 English and Maths (equivalent to GCSEs at grades A* to C) if you have not already achieved them and can provide evidence confirming this.