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Apprentice Dental Nurse - Lee-on-the-Solent
Location: Damira - Eclipse Dental Practice, England (PO13 8AT)
Closing Date: Friday 9 October 2026
Summary
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 practice will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties, and supporting patient experience.
Wage: £16,354 a year
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
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
Where you'll work
Unit C3 Lee-on-the-Solent Hampshire England PO13 8AT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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Training provider
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Training course
Dental nurse (level 3)
What you'll learn
- Course contents include identifying dental, oral, craniofacial, and general anatomy, evaluating health risks of drug use, understanding scientific principles of materials and biomaterials, identifying signs of abuse or neglect, assessing patient anxiety levels, contributing to special investigations, obtaining valid consent, recording patient history and oral health assessments, managing patient anxiety, providing chairside support, implementing decontamination and infection control procedures, preparing and maintaining the clinical environment, identifying and managing medical emergencies, providing preventive advice, supporting patients with acute oral conditions, communicating effectively with patients and colleagues, maintaining accurate patient records, acting with integrity, and demonstrating personal accountability.
Training schedule
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
Requirements
Desirable qualifications:
- GCSE in: Maths (grade 4) English (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills:
- Administrative Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Care Skills
- Initiative
- IT Skills
- Logical
- Non judgemental
- Number Skills
- Organisational Skills
- Patience
- Physical Fitness
- Presentation Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Teamworking
- Communication Skills
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About this employer
Damira Dental Studios is a clinically-led dental group committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across England. They combine friendly, patient-focused care with the latest technology and ongoing professional development, creating an environment where patients and teams can thrive.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. 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.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Daniel Swann
apprenticeshiprecruitment@tempdent.co.uk
02083716700
Reference code: VAC2000052633
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