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Heyford Smiles Dental Clinic - Dental Nurse Apprentice

Heyford Smiles · The Old Station House, Camp Road Heyford Park, Oxfordshire, · posted 9 July 2026

Wage
£25,079.08 a year
Hours
39.5 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Dental nurse (level 3)
Starts
17 August 2026
Closing date
10 August 2026
Positions
1

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As a dental nurse, your duties would include:

  • Providing chairside assistance to the dentist
  • Ensure the care and welfare of patients
  • Preparing and maintaining the clinical environment
  • Sterilisation of instruments
  • Mixing materials
  • Charting on the computer
  • Complying with strict cross-infection procedures
  • Developing digital X-rays
  • Ensure adequate stocks of materials are within the surgery
  • Carrying out some reception and administrative tasks

Your training

ASA Training Ltd offers flexible training delivery, allowing individuals to learn at times that suit their personal schedules.

All learners receive access to a range of online resources, including revision tools tailored to their specific qualification units, as well as practice exam questions to support exam preparation.

Key Features:

  • Year-round enrolment
  • Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3
  • Functional Skills in English and maths (if required)
  • 20% off-the-job training
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)

Where it leads

There are good career progression opportunities, for example:

  • Hygienist
  • Head Dental Nurse
  • Practice Management

About Heyford Smiles

At Heyford Smiles, we believe in minimal intervention, which will keep your teeth healthier for longer. By encouraging regular examinations and hygiene appointments, we aim to prevent problems, meaning your teeth stay healthy for life. We also understand how important having a beautiful smile is and offer a range of cosmetic treatments such as teeth straightening, whitening & bonding. Our aim is to provide you with world-class service and a smile that you can be proud of. We have created an environment and team that will make you feel comfortable, relaxed and never rushed. Refreshments upon arrival, Entertainment during treatment tailored to you, A warm & tranquil lounge

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNon judgementalPatience

Entry requirements

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

Where you'll work

  • The Old Station House, Camp Road Heyford Park, Oxfordshire,, OX25 5BZ

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