Apprentice Dental Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

Location: Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 Employment Type: Full-time Salary: £13.00 per hour Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM About the Role We are a modern, award-winning dental practice based in the vibrant area of Leith, Edinburgh. Known for delivering exceptional care in a welcoming and professional setting, we offer a wide range of services including general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, implants, and teeth whitening. We're now looking for a Trainee Dental Nurse to join our friendly and highly skilled team. Whether you're just beginning your journey or already enrolled on a dental nursing course, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your skills in a supportive and well-equipped environment. What You’ll Do As a trainee, you’ll gain hands-on experience and build essential skills while working alongside our experienced clinicians and front-of-house team. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting the dentist chairside during general and cosmetic procedures Preparing treatment rooms and sterilising instruments according to infection control protocols Maintaining accurate, confidential patient records using modern dental software Helping patients feel informed, reassured and at ease before and after treatments Supporting reception and administrative tasks, including booking appointments and answering enquiries What We’re Looking For We’re keen to hear from candidates who are: Enrolled or intending to enrol on an approved NEBDN dental nurse course Enthusiastic about oral health, patient care and professional growth Calm under pressure and excellent at multitasking Confident communicators with a kind, caring, and professional approach Team players who are punctual, reliable, and willing to learn Comfortable using computers and modern digital systems Easily accessible location via bus and train routes Ready to Begin? If you’re passionate about starting a career in dental nursing and want to grow in a supportive, forward-thinking practice — we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding future in dental healthcare.

Location: Leith, GB

Posted Date: 6/19/2025