Start your career in dental care in one of the UK’s most beautiful locations.

Smile Together Dental CIC is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Dental Nurse to join our friendly and professional team on the Isle of Scilly. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a rewarding career in dental healthcare while gaining a recognised qualification.

 

About the Role:
As an Apprentice Dental Nurse, you will work alongside experienced dental professionals, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care. You will receive on-the-job training combined with structured learning to achieve your dental nursing qualification.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting dentists during a variety of clinical procedures
• Preparing and maintaining dental equipment and instruments
• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness and infection control
• Supporting and reassuring patients before, during, and after treatment
• Maintaining accurate patient records
• Working as part of a supportive and collaborative team

 

About You:

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and well-organised
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths are desirable

 

Why Join Us?

Were more than just a dental practice, we’re proud to be 

•  the UK’s first dental practice to be B Corp certified
• a Community Interest Company (CIC)
• proud to be employee-owned, giving our team a voice within the business 

This means we’re committed to doing business differently for the benefit of our people, the communities we serve, and our planet. From reducing our environmental “toothprint” with sustainable practices, to playing an active role in improving oral health across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, our mission goes beyond dentistry: we change lives and we’d love you to be part of that!

 

What Makes Us Unique?

Employee-Owned: Be more than an employee – become a co-owner, shaping the future of Smile Together.

B Corp Certified: We use business as a force for good, socially, environmentally and eithically

Community Focused: Every day, we work to improve the health and wellbeing of Cornwall’s residents, with special attention to vulnerable and underserved communities. 

 

Mentorship and Professional Development: 

We’ll help you develop your skills with access to our Smile Together Training Academy, including a paid subscription to Agilio for continuous professional development, mentorship opportunities, and unique chances to work across Cornwall, including in our Mobile Dental Unit. 

 

Paid Indemnity & GDC Registration:

We’ve got you covered so you can focus on your career. 

 

Workforce Benefits Package:

Occupational pension scheme, 27 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), National Living Wage Employer, and an extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday!

 

Unique Employee Ownership Benefits: 

Shareholder Opportunities: Have a real voice in shaping the future of our employee-owned company.

 

Community Involvement:

Engage in impactful community projects like our coastal outreach and support for Health for Homeless Cornwall. Opportunity for half a day’s paid volunteer time such as through our partnership with Plant One or with a charity of your own*

 

Health and Wellbeing: 

Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Through our Health Assured Programme, you’ll have access to tools for mental and physical health, including 24-hour helplines, structured therapy, and more. 

 

Sound Exciting?

Here’s How to Apply: Please send a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter to joinus.smiletogether@nhs.net, or apply online here.

 

*Conditions apply.

Ready to make a real difference with a team that’s passionate about people, the planet, and positive change? Join Smile Together today! 

GDC registration without conditions