Apprentice Dental Nurse- Woking

  • Company: Damira - Maycroft
  • Location: GU21 4AB
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £17,680.00 per year
  • Sector: Health and science
  • Ref: NAS-2000017676
  • Application Deadline Date: 27/03/2026
  • Start Date: 30/03/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday - Saturday, Shifts to be confirmed.

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 Damira Dental, your dental career can grow in many rewarding directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Dental Nurse, Lead Nurse or Business Manager. With Damira-supported training and development, you could advance into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist role, supporting patients with preventative and restorative treatments

  • You could also choose to specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working closely with clinicians to improve the alignment, function, and appearance of patients’ teeth

  • Damira Dental offers clear progression pathways, funded training, and ongoing support to help you build a successful long-term career in dentistry

Vacancy Detail

This role will provide efficient and reliable chairside support to clinicians while ensuring high standards of patient care, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance.


Day-to-day Dental Nurse duties may include:



  • Welcoming patients and assisting with appointment scheduling

  • Handling basic patient enquiries professionally and appropriately 

  • Preparing surgeries, sterilising instruments, and maintaining infection control to CQC standards

  • Assisting clinicians during treatments and accurately updating patient records in line with GDPR

  • Supporting patients’ comfort, reassurance, and overall dental experience

  • Monitoring and managing stock, equipment, and surgery readiness

  • Maintaining clean, safe, and fully equipped clinical areas

  • Upholding patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times

  • Collaborating with dentists and the wider team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality care

Ready to start your adventure?