mydentist has formed a strategic partnership with Tempdent, a dental apprenticeships, training and recruitment provider. Under this collaboration, Tempdent will become the preferred apprenticeship provider for all mydentist trainee Dental Nurses, further strengthening both organisations’ dedication to excellence in dental healthcare, and the professional development of aspiring Dental Nurses across the UK.
Tempdent will guide mydentist’s trainees through the Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship programme. Upon completion of the 18-month course, successful apprentices will achieve General Dental Council (GDC) registration, granting them the qualifications required to practice legally as Dental Nurses in the UK, and the ability to provide high-quality care to mydentist patients.
Excellence in dental care and training
The partnership between two of the UK’s largest dental organisations represents a leap forward for the UK dental sector, forecasting a 13% growth in Dental Nurse apprenticeship numbers in 2025. mydentist, which supports over 3.8 million patients annually through its 530+ practices, views this initiative as part of its mission to ensure high-quality, accessible oral healthcare across the UK.
Libby Jones, Chief People Officer at mydentist, commented: “We’re thrilled to partner with Tempdent as our preferred apprenticeship provider for all mydentist trainee Dental Nurses. Nurturing new talent and opening up opportunities to work within the UK dental sector is incredibly important to us here at mydentist and our new partnership, alongside our incredible Academy, will allow us to offer unparalleled support to aspiring Dental Nurses. I’m looking forward to seeing the partnership come to life over the coming months and with National Apprenticeship Week now taking place, am hopeful that this marks an exciting chapter for many Apprentice Dental Nurses who are embarking on their career.”
Jayne Owen, Head of Learning and Development at mydentist, added: “The mydentist academy has run the UK’s largest student dental nurse programme since 2016. Continuing to develop industry leading nurse development programmes is a key priority for us and the partnership with Tempdent brings together many experts to do just that.”
Tempdent’s 28 years of expertise positions them as the first choice provider, developing skilled, confident dental professionals. Their latest Qualification Achievement Rates at 82.8% expect to exceed the national average score by an impressive 29%, which will yet again make them the most successful provider of dental apprenticeships in England.
Lorraine Nadel, Managing Director at Tempdent, commented: “The partnership between Tempdent and mydentist, the UK’s largest dental training provider and dental corporate, demonstrates our commitment to achieving excellent apprenticeship outcomes, whilst providing an exceptional learner experience to each and every dental nurse. Both companies share common values, and we look forward to sharing our best practices together to continue to grow quality apprenticeships in the dental sector, providing strong career pathways for all our dental nurses. We are excited to continue building on this foundation and look forward to the opportunities ahead to further elevate our impact in the dental sector.”
Empowering trainees through comprehensive support
The Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship program offers apprentices 15 online modules designed to build essential skills such as infection control, patient care, and practice safety. Delivered through a combination of live online workshops, interactive tasks, and one-on-one sessions with Tempdent’s Tutor Assessors, the program ensures a robust learning experience tailored to each apprentice.
Additionally, mydentist’s Practice Managers and Apprentice Mentors will provide ongoing support to apprentices. This dual support system guarantees that trainees progress through the course while thriving in their roles within mydentist practices.
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025
The announcement of this partnership coincides with National Apprenticeship Week 2025, highlighting the importance of apprenticeship programs in shaping the UK’s dental workforce.
mydentist and Tempdent will be hosting a series of joint workshops for their employees throughout the year. These workshops will focus on exploring shared values, striving for growth, and knowledge sharing between the two organisations. This initiative underscores the commitment of both mydentist and Tempdent to apprenticeships, and their value to both employers and apprentices.
For more information about mydentist and its services, please visit www.mydentist.co.uk
To learn more about Tempdent, please visit https://www.tempdent.co.uk/
