Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship - Rodericks Apex Somerton
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Company: RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED
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Location: TA11 7ND
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,600.00 per year
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Sector: Health and science
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Ref: NAS-2000057640
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Application Deadline Date: 17/11/2026
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Start Date: 24/11/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday. Hours to be determined.
Brief Description
We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in Somerset. The role will involve providing chairside support and a high level of oral health care to patients. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.
Training to be Provided
Maths and English GCSE at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) are essential.
Future Prospects
This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.
Vacancy Detail
During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.
Your daily activities could include:
- Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
- Providing patients with a high level of care
- Setting up and cleaning surgery
- Sterilising instruments
- Updating patient records
- Maintaining equipment
- Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
- Adhering to practice policies and procedures
- The use of VR Technology
During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.
Other Information
A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.