Dental Nursing Apprentice Level 3
AZAM AND ASSOCIATES HEALTHCARE LTD · Chesterfield Road Dental Practice, 655-657 Chesterfield Road, Sheffield, S8 0RY · National Minimum Wage for apprentices
Closing date: 30 Oct 2026
Azam & Associates are looking to recruit a highly motivated Apprentice Dental Nurse to join their team! If you are an enthusiastic individual who would like to develop a career in Dental then this will be the ideal position for you!
The role: Successful candidates will provide clinical support to dentists, hygienists and patients. You will also assist the reception staff in any clerical duties and perform any other tasks as reasonably requested by the principal. Other duties include: Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practices of health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available Ensure the care and welfare of patients in a friendly, caring, helpful, courteous and professional manner Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed and being responsible for recording patient information on the practice database Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies Complete laboratory request forms, and keep records of work sent, received and fitted
Training: Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard – Level 3 This course is delivered using a blended delivery model, an apprentice will spend 2 days per month at Bradford College undertaking classroom-based learning in addition to regular workplace assessments. Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, the apprentice will be awarded the following: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing Functional Skills in maths and English Level 2 (if applicable)
After the apprenticeship: A great opportunity to secure long term employment with an employer who has a wonderful vision and admirable values in conjunction with continuing with your professional development. There is also a range of post-registration courses available for dental nurses looking to further their education.
Things to consider: We advise candidates to check the location of the setting before applying. If you are using public transport, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular and reliable service is available. Your application will be rejected if you live too far away.
Working week: Monday , Tuesday , Thursday & Friday, 8:30am – 6:00pm ( 4 day position)
Pay information: £15,600 a year
Training provider: BRADFORD COLLEGE
Training course: Dental nurse (level 3)
Apprenticeship level: 3
Hours per week: 37.5
Positions available: 1
Duration: 1 Year 8 Months
Expected start: 2 November 2026
Skills: Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience
Qualification: Desired · GCSE · English · 9 – 4
Qualification: Desired · GCSE · Maths · 9 – 4
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