Apprentice Dental Nurse - Damira Dental Design in Leicester

Introduction

The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18‑month government funded course by City & Guilds, a Level3 Extended Diploma.

Alongside your learning your job role within the practise will entail assisting dentists, sterilising & preparing equipment, reception duties and supporting patient experience.

About the Employer

Damira Dental Studios is a clinically‑led dental group committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care across England.

We combine friendly, patient‑focused care with the latest technology and ongoing professional development, creating an environment where patients and teams can thrive.

• What You’ll Do
• Provide efficient and reliable chairside support to clinicians while ensuring high standards of patient care, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance.
• 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.
• Training Outcome

With experience at Damira Dental, you could progress into roles such as Senior Dental Nurse, Lead Nurse or Business Manager.

With Damira‑supported training and development, you could advance into a Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist role, supporting patients with preventative and restorative treatments.

You could also choose to specialise as an Orthodontic Therapist, working closely with clinicians to improve the alignment, function, and appearance of patients’ teeth.

Damira Dental offers clear progression pathways, funded training, and ongoing support to help you build a successful long‑term career in dentistry.

Skills Required

• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Initiative
• IT skills
• Logical decision‑making
• Num/s Maths skills
• Organisational skills
• Patience
• Physical fitness
• Presentation skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Teamworking
• Communication skills

Qualifications

• Desired - GCSE Maths 4
• Desired - GCSE English 4
• Course Information
• Course: Dental nurse (Level3) Route: Health and science Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
• Working Arrangements

Working Week: Varied shifts within the following opening hours: Monday – Sunday, 8.00am – 8.00pm Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months Number of Positions Available: 3

• Training Provider
• TEMP DENT DENTAL AGENCY LIMITED
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