Dental Nurse Apprentice - York

  • Company: CLIFTON MOOR DENTAL CENTRE
  • Location: York, YO26 6RB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector: Health and science
  • Ref: NAS-2000054837
  • Application Deadline Date: 10/11/2026
  • Start Date: 11/11/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed; some evening and weekend work may be required depending on the rota.

Brief Description

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is a 12-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.

Training to be Provided

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.


College or training organisation
HARRIET ELLIS TRAINING SOLUTIONS LIMITED


Your training course
Dental nurse.


Equal to Level 3 (A level).

Future Prospects

A healthcare provider that offers general dental services, from routine check-ups to more complex procedures like fillings and restorations.

Vacancy Detail

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.


What you’ll do at work
Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to the dental surgery.


The day-to-day duties of a dental nurse can span across all areas of the practice and can include:



  • Reception, including answering the phone and greeting patients

  • Dealing with patient queries

  • Taking payments

  • Booking appointments and follow-ups

  • Sterilising and preparing equipment for dentists

  • Recording and dealing with patient records

  • Support patients' well-being and dental experience

  • Cleaning dental areas, including chairs

  • Managing stock of equipment and supplies


Any other duties to support the dentists and senior team to provide effective patient care.

Other Information

- Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- To get a Hepatitis B vaccine

Ready to start your adventure?