Apprentice Dental Nurse
Smart Dental Academy
Apprenticeship summary
Smart Dental Academy offers a Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship combining classroom-based learning and dental practice experience. We support learners in securing a placement, gaining hands-on skills, and achieving GDC registration while earning and building a career in dentistry.
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Closing date: February 28, 2026
Wage:
£14,526.20 a year
Total hours per week:
37
Expected duration (weeks):
52
Positions (available):
1
Date posted:
February 4, 2026
Possible start date:
April 1, 2026
Apprenticeship level:
Advanced
- Assist dentists and the wider dental team during clinical procedures
- Prepare and maintain the surgery, equipment, and instruments
- Clean, decontaminate, and sterilise instruments in line with HTM 01-05
- Mix and handle dental materials as directed
- Welcome, support, and reassure patients throughout their visit
- Maintain accurate patient records and update notes under supervision
- Follow infection control, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures
- Support stock control, ordering, and general housekeeping duties
- Work as part of a professional team while developing confidence and initiative
- Dental Nurse (Integrated) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
- On successful completion, you will qualify as a Dental Nurse and be eligible to register with the General Dental Council (GDC).
- You may progress into roles such as Lead Dental Nurse, Senior Dental Nurse, or Practice Manager.
- Further development opportunities include post-qualification courses such as oral health education, sedation nursing, radiography, or impression taking.
- With additional study, progression into Dental Hygiene or Dental Therapy may also be possible.
Employer
Smart Dental Academy
A lovely dental practice in Ellesmere Port
Training
Training Provider:
SMART DENTAL ACADEMY LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard:Dental nurse (GDC 2023) (level 3)
