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Egham Dental / Apprentice Dental Nurse

Egham Dental Care Limited · Egham · posted 23 October 2026

Wage
£15,600 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 5 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Dental nurse (level 3)
Starts
19 November 2026
Closing date
12 November 2026
Positions
1

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What you’ll be doing

  • Assisting the dentist during a variety of dental treatments.
  • Preparing the surgery, instruments and equipment for patient appointments.
  • Ensuring high standards of cleanliness, infection control and cross-contamination prevention.
  • Welcoming patients and helping them feel comfortable and reassured.
  • Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the dental practice.
  • Maintaining accurate patient records and following confidentiality procedures.
  • Learning about dental procedures, oral health and patient care.

What we’re looking for

  • A friendly, approachable and caring attitude.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
  • Good organisation and attention to detail.
  • A professional attitude and commitment to providing excellent patient care.
  • The ability to work well in a busy environment.

What you’ll receive

  • A recognised Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship.
  • Practical, hands-on experience in a working dental practice.
  • Dedicated training and support from Aspiration Training.
  • The opportunity to develop valuable clinical and patient-care skills.
  • A chance to build a long-term career in the dental profession.

Your training

The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship.  The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -

  • Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • First Aid and Medical Emergencies
  • Oral and General Health
  • Endodontic Treatments
  • Prosthetic Treatments
  • Radiation and Radiography
  • Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration
  • Health and Safety
  • Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery
  • Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning
  • The use of VR Technology
  • Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).

Where it leads

This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.

About Egham Dental Care Limited

At Egham Dental Care in Old Windsor, we are committed to quality. This starts from the moment you enter the premises through to the technical quality of the treatment that you receive and onto the experience after you leave. The ambience has been thoughtfully created to convey a calm and friendly atmosphere. This is aided by the welcoming nature of the staff at our practice.

Things to consider

A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsProblem solving skills

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4-9) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4-9) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Stoneylands Road, Egham, TW20 9QR

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