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Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 - Banbury Dental

RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED · Banbury

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Pay
£16,640 to £26,437 a year
Hours
40 a week
Length
16 months
Starts
19 Nov 2026
Advertised closing date
12 Nov 2026
Openings
1 position
Last checked
2 hours ago

Applications are handled by RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED directly.

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What you would do

We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice dental nurse to join our friendly practice based in Banbury. The role will involve providing chairside support and a high level of oral health care to patients. We would love you to join us as an apprentice dental nurse and start your exciting career in dental nursing.

Day to day

During the Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, you will receive ongoing support, development and training to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to qualify and have a successful career in dental nursing.

Your daily activities could include:

  • Assisting the dentist in providing safe and effective treatments to patients, from simple check-ups to advanced specialist treatments
  • Providing patients with a high level of care
  • Setting up and cleaning surgery
  • Sterilising instruments
  • Updating patient records
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Preparing instruments and materials for various treatments
  • Adhering to practice policies and procedures
  • The use of VR Technology

During your working day, the dental practice will support you with learning the practical skills required, whilst your training provider (Aspiration Training) will teach you the theory side. Your study will be based online with regular teaching and 1-2-1 sessions. Off the job training will be given throughout your apprenticeship during paid working hours.

What you would study

Dental nurse (level 3)

The apprenticeship provides employment and training within a dental practice to study the Level 3 dental nurse apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is designed to teach the knowledge, skills and behaviours necessary to ensure competency in all aspects of clinical duties including: -

Preparing for Professional Practice in Dental Nursing

Infection Prevention and Control

First Aid and Medical Emergencies

Oral and General Health

Endodontic Treatments

Prosthetic Treatments

Radiation and Radiography

Periodontal Disease and Cavity Restoration

Health and Safety

Extractions and Minor Oral Surgery

Management of Oral Health Diseases and Dental Anatomy, Oral Health Assessments and Treatment Planning

The use of VR Technology

Upon successful completion you will awarded the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).

Training provider: ASPIRATION TRAINING LIMITED

Working week

Days and shifts to be determined at interview.

What you need

  • GCSE English at grade 4-9 (essential)
  • GCSE Maths at grade 4-9 (essential)

Skills they are looking for

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer care skills
  • Initiative
  • Patience

After the apprenticeship

This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also, the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, or practice manager.

Where

Banbury, South East (OX16).

About RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED

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. Permanent “learn while you earn” role – the first step to starting a rewarding career in Dental Nursing Learning support from a regional Trainer Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday! Annual leave package which increases with your length of service Uniform provided Refer a friend scheme Working and Training as Dental Nurse… A dental nurse works side by side to the Dentist assisting them in a variety of NHS and Private dental procedures, ultimately making sure the patient care and experience is at its best. As an Apprentice Dental Nurse you will work in a supportive environment; we are passionate about building great teams who trust each other, work professionally, and take ownership for the success for the practice.

Things to consider

A passion and desire to work in the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you use public transport to get to the practice, please ensure you have researched the route and that a regular service is available. It is also a requirement to have a course of Hepatitis B vaccines and a clear enhanced DBS.

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