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Apprentice Dental Nurse

Milton Dental Practice · Milton Under Wychwood · posted 29 June 2026

Wage
£15,870.40 to £25,214.10 a year
Hours
38.15 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Dental nurse (level 3)
Starts
3 August 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
1

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  • Assist dentists and hygienists during treatments and procedures.
  • Prepare and maintain the clinical environment, ensuring all instruments and equipment are sterilized and ready for use
  • Provide chairside support to ensure efficient patient care
  • Maintain accurate patient records and assist with administrative tasks as needed
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including infection control procedures
  • Execute decontamination protocol as infection control policy
  • Support patients by providing reassurance and aftercare instructions
  • Work in the reception
  • Participate in on-the-job training and attend necessary educational courses to obtain a dental nursing qualification
  • Take pictures for social media and assist in posting content to promote the practice

Where it leads

  • Potential Practice Management or Specialist nursing depending on the aptitude of the nurse

About Milton Dental Practice

We are a private rural practice with a loyal patient base. We are also a close knit young team looking for a friendly and exceptional person to join our team.

Things to consider

Need to drive due to rural location of the practice

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativePatienceFriendlyEmpathy

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • BREAKSPEARE HOUSE, SHIPTON ROAD, MILTON UNDER WYCHWOOD, CHIPPING NORTON, OX7 6JW

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