Level 3
Dental Nursing Apprenticeship Level 3 - Buckingham House Dental Surgery
RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED · Buckingham
Advertised to close on 13 November 2026, but employers often close early.
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- Pay
- £15,600 to £24,784 a year
- Hours
- 37.5 a week
- Length
- 18 months
- Starts
- 16 Nov 2026
- Advertised closing date
- 13 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 Buckingham. 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
Monday to Friday Hours to be determined
What you need
- GCSE English at grade 4-9 (essential)
- GCSE Mathematics at grade 4-9 (essential)
Skills they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Initiative
- Patience
After the apprenticeship
A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using 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.
Where
Buckingham, South East (MK18).
About RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED
Buckingham House Dental has been serving the local community for many years from our convenient location in Buckingham. We offer high-quality dentistry for the whole family and our services cover the spectrum of dentistry, from comprehensive hygiene and check-ups to restorative and cosmetic treatments.
Things to consider
A passion and desire to work within the dental sector is essential and to not be put off at the sight of blood. If you using 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.
Reference 2000059979.
Report a problem with this listing- Pay
- £15,600 to £24,784 a year
- Hours
- 37.5 a week
- Length
- 18 months
- Starts
- 16 Nov 2026
- Advertised closing date
- 13 Nov 2026
- Openings
- 1 position
- Last checked
- 2 hours ago
Applications are handled by RODERICKS DENTAL HOLDINGS LIMITED directly.
Know someone this would suit?