Birmingham School of Dental Nursing

🎓🦷 GROUP 65 – READY FOR THEIR NEXT CHAPTER! 🦷🎓

After completing their dental nurse apprenticeship training, Group 65 will soon be embarking on their qualified dental nursing careers.

These apprentices have developed strong clinical skills, professionalism, confidence, and real-world experience throughout their training and will be available to start employment from August 2026.

Are you looking for a motivated, exceptionally well-trained dental nurse to join your practice?

We would love to connect you with our talented apprentices before they leave the Birmingham School of Dental Nursing on 29 July 2026.

📧 If you would like to meet our apprentices and explore recruitment opportunities, please send your contact details to:

[email protected]

Your details will be shared directly with the apprentices, allowing them to contact practices that may have suitable opportunities available.

Help us support the next generation of dental professionals and find your next outstanding team member.

STEP INTO YOUR FUTURE. MAKE A DIFFERENCE. 🦷✨

Ready to take your dental nursing career to the next level?

Applications are now OPEN for our NEBDN Post-Qualification Courses starting in August 2026:

🔹 Orthodontic Dental Nursing
🔹 Dental Radiography

Why join us?
✅ Enhance your specialist knowledge and practical skills
✅ Learn from experienced educators and consultants at Birmingham Dental Hospital
✅ Develop your career and make a real impact on patient care

📅 Start Date: August 2026
💷 Course Fee: £1,200
⚠️ Spaces are limited!

Take the next step in your professional journey and invest in your future today.

📩 For more information or to apply:
[email protected]

✨INTERVIEWS COMPLETE – THANK YOU! ✨

What an incredible two days it has been at Birmingham Dental Hospital! This year’s recruitment process has been extremely competitive, with over 100 candidates interviewed for just 20 positions within our School of Dental Nursing programme. The standard of applicants was exceptionally high, and we want to take a moment to thank every single candidate who attended.

We know how much preparation, time and effort goes into attending an interview, and it was a pleasure to meet so many passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated individuals who share an interest in dental nursing. Your professionalism, commitment and enthusiasm did not go unnoticed, and we are truly grateful to everyone who took part in the process.

Over the coming days, all candidates will be contacted on Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th June with an outcome following interview. Due to the highly competitive nature of this year’s recruitment, decisions have been incredibly difficult.

Successful candidates will receive an offer subject to satisfactory recruitment checks, including the usual pre-employment clearances. Those placed on our reserve list should also feel incredibly proud, as the standard was exceptionally strong this year. Unfortunately, there will also be candidates who have been unsuccessful on this occasion, but we genuinely encourage you to continue pursuing opportunities in healthcare and dental nursing.

A huge congratulations in advance to those who will be receiving offers — you should be incredibly proud of your achievement, and we look forward to welcoming you into the next stage of your journey and being a part of Group 67

Finally, a heartfelt thank you to our School of Dental Nursing team and for teams across BDH and MHH who have supported us. Their dedication, professionalism and hard work throughout two very long days of interviews and administration. Your commitment behind the scenes has made this process possible, and we are incredibly grateful for everything you do.

🚨 WE’RE HIRING 🚨

Are you an experienced Dental Nurse Assessor ready for your next challenge? Join the team at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and help shape the future of dental nursing education.

✨ Band 5 Dental Nurse Assessor
📍 Birmingham Dental Hospital
🦷 Support and assess Dental Nurse apprentices
🎓 Work alongside an experienced Dental Nurse Tutor team
📚 CPD and professional development opportunities
🤝 Flexible and supportive working culture

We’re looking for someone who:
✔️ Is a qualified GDC-registered Dental Nurse
✔️ Holds an assessor qualification
✔️ Has strong clinical experience across dentistry
✔️ Is passionate about developing the next generation of dental professionals

If you love mentoring, supporting learners, and making a real impact in education — we’d love to hear from you.

🔗 Apply now: https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7984800?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=101545

📣 SHORTLISTING COMPLETED! 📣

The next step is here! 🎉

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted and are eligible for interview will be invited to attend on:

📅 Monday 1st June 2026
📅 Tuesday 2nd June 2026
📍 Birmingham Dental Hospital

Keep an eye on your emails and TRAC account — we’re excited to meet the future of dental nursing! 🦷✨

We look forward to seeing you soon.

⚠️ Important: Please bring your ID, certificates and proof of address. Candidates without these documents will be turned away and withdrawn.

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO APPLY 🚨

Thinking of a career in dentistry? 🦷✨
Our Dental Nurse Apprenticeship applications close on 17th May 2026 — and the advert will NOT reopen until 2027! 👀

✅ 20 places available
📍 Interviews held at Birmingham Dental Hospital
📅 Shortlisted candidates invited on 1st & 2nd June 2026

Don’t miss your opportunity to start an exciting NHS career, gain hands-on experience, and make a real difference every day 💜

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A fantastic day of learning and development for our Dental Nursing team today! 🦷✨

Apprentices from Group 65 and Group 66 are attending the Dentistry Show in Birmingham alongside Dental Nurse Tutors Lisa and Sarah-Jane. The event provides a wonderful opportunity to explore the latest innovations, share best practice, and continue developing knowledge within the dental profession.

While at the show, Lisa and Sarah-Jane were delighted to meet the , the President of the , and our fabulous Dental Matron, .

Meanwhile, our Lead Dental Nurse Tutor Gemma has been attending Immediate Life Support (ILS) training with Trust Trainer Kate, alongside Mr Khalid Malik, Dr Mutty Rahman, and Mr Paul Weston. Training together across teams helps ensure we continue to provide safe, effective, and high-quality care for all of our patients.

We are incredibly proud of our apprentices and staff for their continued commitment to education, professional development, and patient safety. 👏
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✨ Sedation Teaching Day 1 Complete! ✨

Today marked the first teaching day of our Post-Qualification Course in Dental Sedation Nursing, delivered by our Lead Dental Nurse Tutor, Gemma, and Dental Nurse Tutor, Lisa. 👏🦷

It was a fantastic hands-on session where all eight learners were introduced to the essential foundations needed to begin their sedation nursing journey safely and confidently. From practical demonstrations to in-depth discussions, the room was full of enthusiasm, learning, and excitement for what’s ahead!

With over 40 years of combined experience in sedation nursing, Gemma and Lisa are passionate about supporting dental anxious patients and love sharing their knowledge, skills, and real-life experiences with the next generation of sedation nurses. 💜

Throughout the day, learners explored:
✨ ICASD guidance
✨ Legal paperwork and documentation
✨ Consent processes
✨ Setting up the RA machine
✨ Safety checks and protocols
✨ Practical sedation nursing foundations

Students were also provided with access to their Record of Competence logins so they can officially begin documenting their learning journey and progress throughout the course. 📚✅

A huge welcome to our future sedation nurses — welcome to the wonderful world of sedation nursing! 🌟

We cannot wait to follow your progress, support you throughout your studies, and celebrate your achievements along the way. Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter! 💜🦷

🚨 READY TO LEVEL UP YOUR DENTAL NURSING CAREER? 🚨

Step into your future and make a real difference 🦷✨

Applications are NOW OPEN for our NEBDN Post-Qualification Courses at Birmingham Dental Hospital:

🔹 Orthodontic Dental Nursing
🔹 Dental Radiography

💡 Enhance your specialist skills
👩‍🏫 Learn from experienced educators
📈 Take your career to the next level

📅 Starting June 2026
💷 Course Fee: £1,200
⚠️ Spaces are LIMITED!

Your future starts here 💙

📩 Apply now or contact:
[email protected]