Skills 4 Pharmacy • London, London EN1 3JY
About this role
(Enfield) Key
Duties (with training and supervision)
- Receive and log incoming dental work and prescriptions
- Prepare work for production (organising cases, tracking stages, meeting deadlines)
- Assist with model work where required (e.g., trimming, articulation support)
- Support Crown & Bridge production processes as skills develop (e.g., preparation tasks across the workflow)
- Assist with finishing and polishing support under supervision
- Carry out basic quality checks (presentation, completeness, basic fit checks on models where applicable)
- Maintain a clean, organised work area and follow lab housekeeping procedures
- Follow infection control, health & safety, and PPE requirements
- Support packing, labelling, and preparing work for dispatch
- Complete apprenticeship coursework and build portfolio evidence in line with deadlines
Skills & Qualities Needed
- Good manual dexterity and attention to detail
- Interest in science, design, or healthcare
- Ability to follow precise instructions
- Patience and focus
- Basic IT skills (especially for digital dentistry)
- Teamwork and communication skills
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Flexible arrangement available to make up 30 hours per week (agreed rota within the above hours)
Apprenticeship
You will undertake the Laboratory Technician apprenticeship (Dental Pathway) alongside on-the-job training in a dental laboratory environment.
Career Progression
After completing the apprenticeship, you can
- Become a qualified Dental Technician
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Specialise in areas like
- Crown & bridge work
- Orthodontics
- Prosthetics (dentures)
- Move into senior, supervisory, or lab management roles
- Start your own dental lab businessTraining to be ProvidedLaboratory Technician Level 3
Apprenticeship Duration12 Months