Apprentice Receptionist

PERFECT SMILE HOSESIDE LTD

Chester (CH3 5LB)

Closes in 12 days (Monday 2 November 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 20 October 2026

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Summary

An apprenticeship opportunity for a busy dental practice who works with both private and NHS patients in our Vicars Cross surgery

You will be an efficient helpful receptionist to the practice and ensure that practice data is collected, stored, maintained and retrieved effectively whilst continually providing patient confidentiality.

Wage

£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am- 5.30pm Monday to Thursday. Friday finish at 5pm

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 23 November 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

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

The role involves

  • Working on the reception desk and directing patients on arrival
    Answering general enquiries, explaining surgery procedures
  • Use computerised appointment system as per training
  • Sorting and distributing incoming mail
  • Answering the telephone booking appointments.
  • Checking patients in for their appointments and making new appointments
  • Taking payments for treatments.
  • Working with dentists, nurses and fellow receptionists.
  • Ensuring that the reception area is left tidy and ready for use by incoming colleagues together with any information about unresolved or urgent matters

Where you'll work

48 Green Lane
Vicars Cross
Chester
CH3 5LB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

THE LEARNING FOUNDRY LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
  • Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
  • Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
  • Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
  • Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
  • Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
  • Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
  • Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 (C) or above)
  • Mathematics (grade 4 (C) or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Patience

Other requirements

  • You may be asked to undergo a DBS check 

About this employer

Delivering trusted NHS care and exceptional private dentistry since 2004. Experience uncompromising clinical excellence across our 28 modern practices across the UK.

https://www.perfectsmile-dental.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

You will continue to develop reception skills and have the opportunity to become involved with other duties within the practice.

A permanent position will be considered following on from the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE LEARNING FOUNDRY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060163.

Apply now

Closes in 12 days (Monday 2 November 2026 at 11:59pm)