Apprentice Dental Nurse

  • Company Cedars Dental Practice
  • Provider PRESTON COLLEGE
  • Location PRESTON, PR2 1HQ
  • Type Apprenticeship
  • Salary Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector Health and science
  • Ref NAS-2000060467
  • Application Deadline Date 23/11/2026
  • Start Date 01/12/2026
  • Positions Available 1
  • Working Week Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

Brief Description

This is an opportunity to work in a busy NHS dental practice in Ashton, Preston. Your role as an apprentice dental nurse will be to support the dentist in all aspect of patient care and reception duties.

Training to be Provided

Training will be delivered through a combination of practical learning in the dental practice and off-the-job training with Preston College. The apprentice will attend regular training sessions and receive ongoing support and assessment throughout the programme.

Future Prospects

Following successful completion, the apprentice may progress into a qualified Dental Nurse position and explore further development opportunities, including specialist dental nursing roles and additional healthcare qualifications.

Vacancy Detail

Your role as an apprentice dental nurse will be to support the dentist in all aspect of patient care. This includes:

  • Preparing appropriate instruments
  • mixing materials
  • ensuring patient comfort
  • Assisting with reception work (booking appointments, taking payments, administration tasks and greeting and reassuring patients)

Ready to start your adventure?