Vacancy title:
Dental Assistant Trainee - Identified

[Type: TEMPORARY, Industry: Health Care, Category: Healthcare, Education, Admin & Office, Civil & Government]

Jobs at:
Hunter New England Local Health District

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, June 14 2026

Duty Station:
Newcastle | Newcastle NSW

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, June 1 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

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

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: professional certificate

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