About
A career in dental nursing can grow in many rewarding directions. With experience, you could progress into roles such as Senior Dental Nurse, Lead Nurse, Treatment Coordinator, or Practice Manager. With further training, you could develop into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist, delivering preventative, restorative, and routine treatments to patients. You could also specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working with dental professionals to improve the alignment and appearance of patients’ teeth. The dental sector offers clear progression routes, recognised qualifications, and ongoing professional development to support your long-term career goals.
Apprentice Dental Nurse - Ipswich
Tooth Club - Ipswich - Head Office
50 ButtermarketIpswich (IP1 1BT)
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.
Working Monday to Friday 8.45am-5.45pm Monday to Friday with some ad hoc Saturdays.
What you'll do at work
Day-to-day Dental Nurse duties may include:
- Welcoming patients and assisting with appointment scheduling
- Handling basic patient enquiries professionally and appropriately
- Preparing surgeries, sterilising instruments, and maintaining infection control to CQC standards
- Assisting clinicians during treatments and accurately updating patient records in line with GDPR
- Supporting patients’ comfort, reassurance, and overall dental experience
- Monitoring and managing stock, equipment, and surgery readiness
- Maintaining clean, safe, and fully equipped clinical areas
- Upholding patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times
- Collaborating with dentists and the wider team to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality care
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
- Maths (grade 4)
- English (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
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
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 13/03/2026
Salary
National Minimum Wage
Location
This job is located in Ipswich, Suffolk
How to Apply
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