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Apprentice Dental Nurse - Norwich

Together Dental - Norwich (Blenheim Road) · Norwich · posted 15 October 2026

Wage
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Dental nurse (level 3)
Starts
9 November 2026
Closing date
6 November 2026
Positions
1

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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

Your training

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

Where it leads

At Together Dental, there are many routes for growth and development. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Nurse, Lead Nurse or Practice Manager. Through Together Dental training and development programmes, you could become a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, delivering preventative and clinical treatments to patients. You could also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working with clinicians to enhance patients’ smiles and improve oral health outcomes. Together Dental offers clear progression routes, ongoing support, and professional development to help you grow your career in dentistry.

About Together Dental - Norwich (Blenheim Road)

Together Dental is a growing group of practices led by forward thinking, caring dentists with a shared vision to provide outstanding dental care for both NHS and private patients. We value the trust that our patients have placed in us and work hard to protect that trust. Our team are passionate about working together to deliver the best possible care in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Skills they're looking for

Administrative SkillsAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailCustomer Care SkillsInitativeIT SkillsLogicalNon judgementalNumber SkillsOrganisational SkillsPatiencePhysical FitnessPresentation SkillsProblem Solving SkillsTeamworkingCommunication Skills

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • 84 Blenheim Road, NORWICH, United Kingdom, NR7 8AL

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