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Apprentice Dental Receptionist - Colchester

Nayland Dental and Cosmetic Clinic · 6 Manor ParadeCOLCHESTER · posted 24 July 2026

Wage
£12,480 a year
Hours
30 hours a week
Duration
1 Year
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Customer service practitioner (level 2)
Starts
11 September 2026
Closing date
10 September 2026
Positions
1

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This is your opportunity to work within a professional dental practice while studying for your Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner apprenticeship with Tempdent, alongside Dental Receptionist specific training.

You’ll develop the skills needed to provide excellent patient service and support the smooth running of a busy dental practice.

Key duties may include:

  • Greeting patients and welcoming them into the practice
  • Managing appointment bookings and diary systems
  • Handling patient enquiries both in person and over the phone
  • Processing payments and maintaining accurate patient records
  • Supporting the dental team with administrative tasks
  • Ensuring a positive patient experience from arrival to departure
  • Maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Your training

Provided by Tempdent:

  • Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner Apprenticeship
  • Dental Receptionist specific training
  • Functional Skills (if applicable)
  • Flexible online delivery model
  • Induction and regular progress support

Where it leads

  • Possibility of a full time role after the completion of the Apprenticeship and progression within the practice

About Nayland Dental and Cosmetic Clinic

This welcoming dental practice supports apprentices with ongoing training and opportunities for professional development within dental administration and practice management.

Skills they're looking for

Administrative SkillsAttention to DetailCustomer Care SkillsInitativeIT SkillsNon judgementalOrganisational SkillsProblem Solving SkillsTeamworkingCommunication SkillsProfessionalismTelephone SkillsTime Management

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • 6 Manor ParadeCOLCHESTER, CO7 0UD

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