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Dental Nurse Apprentice

Vicars Cross Dental Practice · Chester · posted 10 September 2026

Wage
£16,265.60 to £25,841.97 a year
Hours
39.1 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Dental nurse (level 3)
Starts
6 October 2026
Closing date
22 September 2026
Positions
1

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Typical duties for a dental nurse include; 

  • Taking responsibility for the decontamination of instruments. 
  • Maintaining dental operating equipment. 
  • Ensuring that all relevant materials and supplies are in place. 
  • Looking after patient records – including making notes when the dentist is examining a patient. 
  • Working closely with the dentist, responding quickly to requests and generally keeping the surgery ready for use. 
  • You'll also be responsible for ensuring high standards of cleanliness and control of the practice. 
  • 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. 
  • Undergo training as may be required to develop skills and abilities. 
  • Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR. 
  • Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct. 
  • Reception duties answering the phone in a professional manner, booking appointments using practice computers. 
  • Money processing and issuing receipts. 

Your training

In-house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 3 apprenticeship programme and study towards a full standard in Dental Nursing. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College – South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A*-C (9-4) in maths and English, or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 1 Functional Skill in the relevant subject 

Where it leads

Opportunity to work as a fully qualified dental nurse.

About Vicars Cross Dental Practice

Perfect Smile is a modern dental clinic in Chester, providing NHS and private dentistry from our nine-surgery practice on Green Lane, Vicars Cross. We care for children, adults and families, with free parking and selected free consultations available.

 

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsCustomer care skillsListening skillsEager to learnEnthusiasticReliableFlexibleAble to follow instructionsCommitted

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • 48 Green Lane, Vicars Cross, Chester, CH3 5LB

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