Apprentice Dental Nurse

Title: Apprentice Dental Nurse
Job location: Brighouse, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Postcode: HD6 1RY
Country: United Kingdom
Advertised salary: £8 to £12.71 GDC, Indemnity and CPD Funded Upon Completion of Course
Native salary period: Hour
Contract: Contract Full-time
Hours:
Closing date: 2026-10-23T22:59:59.000Z

Apprentice Dental Nurse | Hewett’s Dental | Brighouse

Are you looking to start your career in dentistry and want to learn from an experienced, supportive team?

Hewett’s Dental is looking for an enthusiastic and caring Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our established eight-surgery practice in Brighouse.

This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn , gain your dental nursing qualification and develop your skills within a modern, high-quality private practice. You'll be surrounded by an experienced team who are genuinely passionate about supporting the next generation of dental professionals.

Why Hewett’s Dental?

Hewett’s Dental is a practice we're incredibly proud of, with stunning contemporary décor, bright clinical spaces and investment in the latest dental technology, the practice provides an excellent environment in which to learn and develop your skills.

We are predominantly private and offer a wide range of treatments, including implants, sedation and endodontics , giving you the opportunity to gain valuable exposure to different areas of dentistry throughout your apprenticeship.

But what really makes Hewett’s special is our people.

We have a long-standing, friendly and supportive team who genuinely enjoy working together. Our daily team huddles keep everyone connected and you'll have the support of an experienced team throughout your apprenticeship.

The Opportunity

As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you'll learn all aspects of dental nursing while working towards your recognised dental nursing qualification.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work alongside experienced dentists and dental nurses.
• Assist clinicians during a wide range of dental treatments.
• Learn how to prepare surgeries and equipment for patients.
• Develop your knowledge of infection prevention, control and decontamination procedures.
• Learn how to provide excellent patient care and help patients feel comfortable and at ease.
• Support the team with the smooth running of the practice.
• Learn about dental materials, instruments and equipment.
• Develop your understanding of dental records, patient confidentiality and practice procedures.
• Gain experience across different areas of dentistry, including general and specialist treatments.
• Attend study sessions as part of your apprenticeship.
• Work towards completing your dental nursing qualification with support from your assessor, tutors and the Hewett’s Dental team.

You'll be given the training, guidance and support you need to develop your confidence, knowledge and practical skills throughout your apprenticeship.

What You'll Receive

EARN WHILE YOU LEARN

• Hours: Full-time, 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with an earlier finish on Fridays and flexibility to work up to two late evenings per week, as required.
• A fully supported Dental Nursing Apprenticeship.
• On-the-job training with experienced dental professionals.
• Support from your apprenticeship assessor and tutors.
• Exposure to a wide range of dental treatments.
• Experience working in a modern, high-tech eight-surgery practice.
• Company pension.
• Additional birthday leave.
• Employee referral rewards.
• Genuine opportunities for career development following completion of your apprenticeship.
• The opportunity to build a long-term career within Hewett’s Dental and the wider Envisage Dental Group.

About You

Previous dental experience is not essential. Whether you're leaving school, changing career or simply looking for an opportunity to start your career in dentistry, we'd love to hear from you

You'll ideally be:

• Friendly, approachable and confident when speaking with patients.
• Caring and compassionate, with a genuine interest in helping people.
• A strong team player who enjoys working with others.
• Reliable, organised and willing to learn.
• Comfortable working in a busy environment.
• Interested in developing a career within dentistry.
• Keen to learn new skills and take on responsibility as your confidence grows.
• Professional and committed to providing an excellent patient experience.
• Able to listen, follow instructions and take feedback positively.
• Someone who takes pride in their work and wants to develop within a supportive team.

. Why Join Hewett’s Dental?

This is more than just an apprenticeship it's the opportunity to start building a career with no limit to where it could take you .

Once qualified, you can continue to develop your career within dentistry, whether that's progressing as a dental nurse, undertaking additional courses and specialist training, moving into areas such as treatment coordination, or progressing into leadership and practice management.

With the support of Hewett’s Dental and the wider Envisage Dental Group, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, gain your qualification and build a long-term career in dentistry .

Ready to Start Your Dental Career?

If you're enthusiastic, caring and ready to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to start your journey with Hewett’s Dental.

Hewett’s Dental is owned and operated by the Envisage Dental Group. The Envisage Dental Group is certified B-Corp. We celebrate collaboration and transparency and are proud to be an inclusive equal opportunity workplace. We have created a workforce that is reflective of our diverse patient and practice communities, that promotes positivity, and we believe this is critical to our success. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

As part of our commitment to closing the Gender Pay Gap and ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates, we do not request or consider salary history at any stage of our recruitment process. Our compensation decisions are based on the requirements of the role, relevant skills and experience, and our commitment to fair and equitable pay.