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Apprentice Dental Nurse - Oundle
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The apprenticeship in dental nursing
This apprenticeship 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
£16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
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Training course
Dental nurse (level 3)
Hours
- Opening hours
- Monday 08:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday 08:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday 08:00 - 20:00
- Thursday 08:30 - 17:30
- Friday 08:30 - 17:30
- Saturday 09:00 - 12:00
40 hours a week
Start date
Friday 14 August 2026
Duration
1 year 6 months
Positions available
1
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
At Rodericks Dental Partners, you’ll be part of a clinically led organisation where learning, teamwork, and career development are central to everything we do. While completing your apprenticeship, you'll gain real responsibility from day one.
Your role could include:
- Supporting dentists and specialists in a patient-focused setting
- Assisting with surgery setup, equipment checks, and sterilisation
- Ensuring documentation and patient records are completed correctly
- Promoting excellent standards of care aligned with Rodericks values
- Following practice policies, safeguarding, and compliance guidelines
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Where you'll work
5 West Street
Oundle
PE8 4EJ
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Training course
Dental nurse (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
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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
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
- Initative
- IT Skills
- Logical
- Non judgemental
- Number Skills
- Organisational Skills
- Patience
- Physical Fitness
- Presentation Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Teamworking
- Communication Skills
At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.
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At Rodericks Dental Partners, your career can grow in many directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Dental Nurse, Lead Nurse, Practice Manager, or Regional Support roles. With support from Rodericks Dental Partners, professional training and development programmes, you could further qualify as a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, playing a key role in preventative and routine patient care.
There are also opportunities to specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working alongside clinicians to help improve the alignment and appearance of patients’ teeth. Rodericks Dental Partners offer clear career pathways, ongoing professional development, and tailored support to help you achieve your goals and excel in your dental career.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
Daniel Swann
apprenticeshiprecruitment@tempdent.co.uk
02083716700
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000041383.
Closes in 29 days (Friday 7 August 2026)
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