Apprentice Dental Nurse

You will achieve a Level 3 qualification following an 18‑24 month training programme. Before taking your end‑point assessment you must achieve level 2 English and Maths (equivalent to GCSEs at grades A to

C) if you have not already and can provide evidence confirming this. The hourly rate starts at £12.71 until you are qualified.

• Level 3 qualification upon completion of the apprenticeship.
• Prior attainment of level 2 English and Maths (or evidence of such).

• Provide the best patient care from the moment a patient walks into one of our practices until they leave.
• Support dental professionals and provide chair‑side assistance, enabling them to deliver the highest level of patient care.
• Earn whilst you learn.
• Understand how infectious diseases are transmitted and prevented.
• Gain knowledge of dental materials, equipment and resources.
• Learn how to deal with medical emergencies.
• Comply with legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Develop clinical skills.
• Promote health and wellness.
• Manage patient care.

• Competitive pay rates that increase upon qualification.
• Access to My Healthcare for free support, advice and treatment, including remote GP, physiotherapy and mental health support, plus an annual allowance of approximately £350.
• My Bupa Extras – discounts at retailers and support for financial wellbeing.
• Discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities, including online digital fitness providers.
• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Programme, Family Mental Health Line and Personal Energy wellbeing programme.
• Discounted dental insurance extendable to immediate family members.
• Additional wellbeing benefits such as Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
• Wagestream – access income before payday when needed.
• Encouragement and support from day one to learn, develop and progress, including free post‑qualification training and CPD.
• Coverage of costs for GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity.
• And many more – just ask.

We champion diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and share the goal of helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We are committed to equal opportunities and are a Level2 Disability Confident Employer, offering reasonable adjustments and specialized interview/assessment processes for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.