Dental Assistant Trainee - Identified

Grow your future in oral health with hands-on training and support

Remuneration: $21,465 – $41,895 per annum (dependent on year of school completion) + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Newcastle Clinic | Awabakal Country
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – Until May 2027
Position Classification: Trainee 
Requisition ID: REQ668276
Applications Close: Sunday 14th June 2026

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria. 

About the role:

Join the Newcastle Dental Clinic as a Trainee Dental Assistant and play an important role in supporting the delivery of quality dental care to adults and children across Newcastle and surrounding communities. In this hands-on role, you’ll contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the Dental Unit by providing both clinical and administrative support to the team.

Operating five days per week from 8:00am to 4:30pm, the Newcastle Dental Clinic is a busy seven-chair service offering general dentistry, children’s dental care, and specialist services. Newcastle Clinic currently has 25+ staff members that work collaboratively to provide excellent care for patients. You’ll gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and supportive environment while learning alongside experienced oral health professionals.

We are committed to supporting your success, with full training provided, including a comprehensive orientation program delivered by the Oral Health Management team. Throughout the year, you’ll also have access to ongoing workshops and development opportunities to help build your skills and support future career growth.

About you:

You are motivated to undertake and complete a Certificate III in Dental Assisting through an approved Smart and Skilled training organisation. With a professional, compassionate approach and strong communication skills, you can build positive working relationships and provide excellent support to patients and colleagues. You enjoy working collaboratively, are organised, and can contribute effectively in a busy team environment.

What we offer

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information:
 

• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
   

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
 

1. Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting.
2. Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
3. Understanding of confidentiality issues.

Need more information? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Kimberly Parker on Kimberly.Parker@health.nsw.gov.au