An exciting opportunity to start your career as an Apprentice Dental Nurse in a friendly dental practice. You will work towards the Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship with Colchester Institute, attending college one day each fortnight. Duties include assisting the dentist, preparing instruments and maintaining a clean, organised surgery.

Wage: £15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age.

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm, with a 1 hour lunch. 37 hours a week.

Start date: Thursday 1 October 2026.

Duration: 1 year 9 months.

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Your main duties will be assisting the dentist with preparing instruments and equipment, mixing different materials as required, and providing suction support.

You will under...