Apprentice Dental Nurse - Rodericks Dental Partners, Gloucester

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level 3 Extended Diploma. Alongside your learning your job role within the practise will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.
Closing date
Employer
Rodericks Dental Partners - Messenger
Location
33 St. Michaels Square, Gloucester, GL1 1HX
Pay Rate
Minimum Wage
Hours Per Week
40.00
Duration
18 months

About the Role

At Rodericks Dental Partners, you’ll be part of a clinically led organisation where learning, teamwork, and career development are central to everything we do. While completing your apprenticeship, you'll gain real responsibility from day one. Your role could include:

  • Supporting dentists and specialists in a patient-focused setting
  • Assisting with surgery setup, equipment checks, and sterilisation
  • Ensuring documentation and patient records are completed correctly
  • Promoting excellent standards of care aligned with Rodericks values
  • Following practice policies, safeguarding, and compliance guidelines
If you are successfully appointed to this position, you will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide evidence of vaccination against Hepatitis B.

Shift Pattern

Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm.

Am I eligible for the Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship?

You may be eligible if you:

  • Are 16 or older.
  • Live in England and have the right to work in the UK.
  • Are not currently in full-time education.
  • Meet residency requirements (usually having lived in the UK or EEA for the past 3 years).
  • Do not already hold a qualification at the same level or higher in a related subject.

Requirements

Skills

Administrative Skills, Analytical Skills, Attention to Detail, Customer Care Skills, Initative, IT Skills, Logical, Non judgemental, Number Skills, Organisational Skills, Patience, Physical Fitness, Presentation Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Teamworking, Communication Skills

Qualifications

Maths and English Level 2 (grade 4-9) or equivalent - desirable.

Additional Information

Training

Provided by Tempdent:

- Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship

- Functional Skills (if applicable)

- Flexible online delivery model

- Quarterly start dates throughout the year

- Induction and regular progress support

Employer

At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.