Part time dental nurse apprentice jobs in United Kingdom

Join a welcoming dental practice and begin your career in dentistry through supervised, hands-on training. You will provide chairside support to dentists across a range of treatments, including check-ups, hygiene appointments, implants, extractions, and dental X-rays. You will also support patients, maintain high standards of infection control, assist with sterilisation, update patient records, and complete relevant administrative duties. No previous experience is required. Comprehensive training will be provided, with the opportunity to work towards the NEBDN qualification alongside your role. With further training and experience, there may be opportunities to progress into areas such as dental hygiene, radiography, or orthodontic nursing. This clinical position is focused on dental nursing support and is not a reception or administrative-only role. Working hours • Monday to Friday: 09:30–15:30, • Saturdays: 09:30–13:30 Requirements • Good communication skills, a caring nature, and a genuine interest in dentistry and oral health, • Willingness to study for the NEBDN qualification, • Proof of Hepatitis B vaccination, with at least the first dose completed, • A valid National Insurance number, • An Enhanced DBS check is preferred but not essential, • Commitment to workplace health, safety, hygiene, and infection-control procedures

Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am–8:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am–2:00 pm Contract: Part-time (20 hours/week, with potential to increase to 30 hours/week), Permanent We are a leading private healthcare provider, committed to delivering high-quality medical, dental, and paramedical care. Our mission is to be the first-choice provider for the French-speaking community, known for clinical excellence, high standards of patient care, and a wide range of on-site services. Our multidisciplinary team of over 40 specialists—including dentists, surgeons, radiologists, and health practitioners—works together to offer expert treatment and advice. Our Services Include: • Aesthetic Dentistry, • Imaging, • Health & Wellbeing, • Medical Services We are seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse who is passionate about health, wellbeing, and dentistry, especially aesthetics and orthodontics. You will receive guidance from experienced specialists throughout your training. Candidates must be enrolled or planning to enrol in an approved dental nurse course. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare, clean, and sterilise instruments and equipment following infection control standards, • Maintain a clean, tidy, and well-stocked surgery, • Handle dental materials and mix as required for treatments, • Follow strict cross-infection control and health & safety protocols, • Support the dental team with administrative tasks as needed, • Attend training sessions and complete coursework for the dental nursing qualification Skills & Requirements: • Enrolled or planning to enrol in an approved dental nurse course (proof required), • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, • Reliable, professional, and committed to high standards of patient care, • Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment Work Schedule: • Part-time, permanent position, • Typical rota: Wednesday morning/afternoon, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday, • Occasional additional hours on Monday afternoons and Tuesdays (when our orthodontist is present once or twice per month) Benefits: • Paid holiday entitlement, • Workplace pension scheme, • Career progression opportunities Join our team and start your journey in a supportive, professional environment where you can develop your skills and make a real difference to patients’ lives.