Apprentice Dental Nurse - Ross on Wye

  • Company: Bupa Dental Care - Ross-On-Wye
  • Location: HR9 5HB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £23,809.50 per year
  • Sector: Health and science
  • Ref: NAS-2000016424
  • Application Deadline Date: 10/04/2026
  • Start Date: 13/04/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Mon-Fri 08.45-17.15

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 Bupa Dental Care, your career can grow in many directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Nurse, Lead Nurse or Practice Manager.


With further Bupa-supported training, you could develop into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, supporting patient care with preventative and routine treatments.


You could also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working with dentists to help improve the appearance and alignment of patients’ teeth. Bupa offers clear career pathways, ongoing professional development, and support to help you reach your goals in dentistry.

Vacancy Detail

At Bupa Dental Care, you’ll join a dedicated and caring team, delivering excellent patient care while working towards your Level 3 Dental Nurse qualification with Tempdent. 
This apprenticeship offers real responsibility and strong career prospects with Bupa. Your role may include: 



  • Assisting Bupa clinicians chairside  

  • Preparing Bupa surgery rooms and materials 

  • Managing infection control and sterilisation to Bupa standards  

  • Accurately recording patient information  

  • Following Bupa’s policies, procedures, and clinical protocols  

Ready to start your adventure?