Trainee Dental Assistant

We are a local, family-orientated Dental Practice in the Wollongong CBD & also 2nd location 40min towards Sydney near Heathcote/Engadine. We can offer you a friendly, supportive and team focussed work environment.This position will provide the successful applicant with training and skills needed to assist a dentist, hands-on with patients, and practice reception. Previous dental experience not required.You will receive traineeship wages due to supervision required. You will be getting hands-on experience (getting paid while you work towards a Certificate 3). We will enrol you in online TAFE course Certificate III in Dental Assisting, which you will obtain at the end of the year.The RoleOne (to two) year traineeship in Dental Assisting, working towards Certificate III in Dental AssistingLooking for junior additional member of our teamFull training provided - no experience requiredAssiting the DentistSterilisation, Cleaning & Disinfection of surgeryReception & Patient bookingsWork shifts during the week + SaturdaysNeed to have own licence + car - need to be able to drive about 1-2 days a week to 2nd practice 40min near Heathcote/EngadineBeing a small practice, there will be periods of being busy, and quieter periods. You will be supported by the dentist, but expected to learn to work independently & confidently.This is a fantastic opportunity to achieve a certificate while being paid (supervised trainee rate + paid book work hours). Others doing normal Certificate III in Dental Assisting without a traineeship would normally have to pay the course fees and work unpaid work experience hours at a practice they have to approach themselevs. As part of a traineeship, you get paid while you study towards Cert 3!About UsGeneral dental practiceFriendly and supportive environmentWollongong CBD location + 2nd practice South end of SydneyClose to public transportDay parking available around practiceAbout You Recent school leavers preferred for our additional junior member of our teamAble to work independently and learn quicklyExcellent communication skills (verbal & written) - ability to develop rapport with everyoneWell presented & organisedMotivated & focussedPositive, can-do personality and able to take constructive criticismHave basic computer processing skillsAble to work under pressure and quickly when needed Ideally full day availability Monday to Friday + Saturday as the position is part- to full-time - up to 38hr/wk - you will get a day off during the week if working on the SaturdayThe traineeship is a ONE to TWO YEAR trainee position, however depending on vacancies, can lead on to a permanent position for the right candidate. Please apply now for to meet us!Please send through a cover letter to let us know why you might be interested in the position, and why we should choose you! A cover letter is essential as it helps to explain your suitability and interest in the position.Please upload your RESUME (include 2 contactable referees) and COVER LETTER, by applying now.Job Types: Full-time, ApprenticeshipPay: From $15.00 per hourBenefitsEmployee discountEmployee mentoring programProfessional development assistanceAbility To Commute/relocateWollongong NSW: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Application Question(s)Do you have access to your own car for travel to 2nd practice location 1-2 days a week about 40minutes towards Sydney?EducationHigh School (Year 9-11) (Preferred)Licence/Certificationdrivers licence (Preferred)Work AuthorisationAustralia (Required)Work Location: In person