Trainee Dental Nurse

Trainee Dental Nurse

Haverhill Dental Practice and Cosmetic Centre are looking to recruit a trainee/apprentice dental nurse to join their team on a full‑time basis. Hours will be Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 5.30pm and you will need to work once a month on a Saturday 9.00am - 2.00pm.

This role will provide efficient and reliable chair‑side support to clinicians while ensuring high standards of patient care, confidentiality, and GDPR compliance. You will be supported and work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing offered by our apprenticeship partner. This role is perfect for someone with a caring nature, excellent communication skills, and a strong desire to learn.

• 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

• A positive, proactive, and professional attitude
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• A willingness to learn and commitment to training
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• No previous dental experience required; full training provided

Date posted: 07 January 2026

Pay scheme:
Competitive, depending on experience

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full‑time

Reference number: 29278

Job location:

35 Queen Street, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 9DZ

Employer name:
Primary Care Careers

Address: 35 Queen Street, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 9DZ

Employer website: https://

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.