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Apprentice Dental Nurse

Alvington House Dental Practice · Bury St. Edmunds · posted 19 August 2026

Wage
£15,392 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Dental nurse (level 3)
Starts
2 November 2026
Closing date
15 October 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Keep all clinical areas and equipment clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practice health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturer’s instructions
  • Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order
  • Provide chairside assistance, ensuring the correct equipment is available
  • Ensure the care and welfare of Patients at all times
  • Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed
  • Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies
  • Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc.
  • Develop and file radiographs
  • Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted
  • Ensure Adequate stocks of materials and other items are in the surgery
  • Place order requests for surgery clinical supplies with the Practice Coordinator
  • Ensure that computer/written records are accurately maintained, and securely stored
  • Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records
  • Attend and participate in practice meetings
  • Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice, this will include reception duties and decontamination room cover
  • Undergo regular training  to develop skills and ability, to include CPR and medical emergencies
  • Act in accordance with the Practice rules and code of conduct

Your training

  • The learner will be studying the Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard qualification
  • Day release to West Suffolk College

Where it leads

To work within the surgery environment for a dentist, or hygienist and in future the qualification can progress to becoming a hygienist.

About Alvington House Dental Practice

We are a 9 surgery Dental practice located in the heart of Bury St Edmunds, we have 2 partners, 6 Associate dentists, 1 specialist perio, 5 hygienists, 13 nurses and 2 receptionists, 3 admin.

We are a general dental practice who also specialise in Implants and facial aesthetics.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Alvington House Dental Practice, 112 Northgate Street, BURY ST. EDMUNDS, IP33 1HP

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