Apprentice Dental Nurse | Sturminster Dental Care

Are you looking to start your career in dental nursing and gain a recognised qualification while earning and learning?

If you're motivated, eager to learn, and passionate about patient care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Sturminster Dental Care is expanding and we're looking for an Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career in dentistry, gaining hands-on experience within a busy private practice while working towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Dental Nursing qualification.

As part of our practice, you'll receive full training, guidance, and support from an experienced team committed to helping you succeed. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of treatments and procedures, building valuable clinical knowledge and confidence in a real practice environment.

Working alongside experienced clinicians and nurses, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills across a range of private treatments including Orthodontics, Endodontics, and Cosmetic Dentistry, providing an excellent foundation for your future career.

Working Hours

• 38 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
• Training provided by Tempdent
• One day per week dedicated to off-the-job training, completed on the practice premises

What We Offer

• Fully funded Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship
• Structured training with full mentoring and support
• GDC registration and indemnity covered upon qualification, subject to a suitable position being available within the practice
• Discounted dental care
• Additional paid day off for your birthday
• Uniform provided
• Employee referral reward scheme
• Long-term career development opportunities within dentistry

Your Role

• Assist dentists chairside during a variety of treatments
• Learn and follow cross-infection control and decontamination procedures
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment
• Support patient care and communication to ensure a positive experience
• Develop essential clinical and organisational skills
• Complete coursework and practical assessments as part of your apprenticeship programme

About You

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English, or Functional Skills Level 2 (or equivalent)
• Genuine interest in starting a career in dental nursing
• Friendly, reliable, and eager to learn
• Strong communication skills and a caring, patient-focused approach
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Commitment to completing the apprenticeship programme
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Ready to Apply?

Click Apply and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch for an informal chat before arranging an interview.

Sturminster Dental Care – Where your dental nursing career begins.

Here at Envisage Dental we celebrate collaboration and transparency. We are proud to be an inclusive equal opportunity workplace. We have created a workforce that is reflective of our diverse patient and practice communities, promotes positivity, and we believe this is critical to our success. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

As part of our commitment to closing the Gender Pay Gap and ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, we do not request or consider salary history at any stage of our recruitment process. Our compensation decisions are based on the requirements of the role, relevant skills and experience, and our commitment to fair and equitable pay.