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Dental Nursing Apprenticeship

Wentworth House Dental Surgery · Easington Colliery · posted 26 October 2026

Wage
£16,224 a year
Hours
39 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Dental nurse (level 3)
Starts
9 November 2026
Closing date
4 November 2026
Positions
1

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  • Setting up & closing down the surgery
  • Chairside assistance 
  • Updating patient records
  • Supporting patients and giving advice
  • Following & adhering to H&S guidance & protocols
  • Working within decontamination
  • Working as part of a team and as an individual

Your training

  • Level 3 Dental Nurse (Integrated) Apprenticeship Standard
  • Day release at Middlesbrough College or Sunderland Training Offices
  • On and off-the-job training 

Where it leads

  • Depending on the circumstances of the business upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available

About Wentworth House Dental Surgery

JB Dental Group comprises Harrowgate Hill Dental in Darlington, Lanehouse Road Dental in Thornaby and Wentworth House Dental in Easington. All of our our practices provide mixed NHS and Private services. Our mission is to improve the current and long term oral health of our patients by providing the best quality dental care possible. We aim to achieve this by using modern dental equipment and treatment techniques, as well as by providing a high level of hygiene therapy and sound oral health advice.

Things to consider

Other things to consider: This vacancy is to start immediately therefore you must be available to start before applying. The closing date, interview date and start date are subject to change. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please ensure you apply early to avoid disappointment. Individuals are able to undertake an apprenticeship at a higher level than a qualification they currently hold, including any previously completed apprenticeships. Individuals can also undertake an apprenticeship at the same level, or lower level than a qualification they already hold, as long as the new apprenticeship allows for new skills to be acquired and the content of the training is materially different from any previous qualification or apprenticeship. Northern Skills will check candidates' eligibility prior to any interviews. Please be aware that, as Northern Skills provides a recruitment matching service, we will also consider you for roles which pay the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsCustomer care skillsAdministrative skillsTeam workingNon judgemental

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths & English (grade 4/C) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Wentworth House, Seaside Lane, Easington Colliery, Peterlee, SR8 3PG

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