Dental Assistant Trainee

6 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Health Partners Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

About Health Partners

We're more than just your health partner. As a proud South Aussie not-for-profit, we've had our member's backs (and eyes, and teeth) for over 85 years. This means we know health and wellbeing looks different for everyone, and it's why we're on a mission to create a better state of health for our over 95,000 members and the local community we call home.

As a member-owned fund, we're guided by doing what's right for our members, our people and the broader community. To be a Health Partners member means you're part of something pretty special – we're your truly local, value giving, member satisfying partner.

About the role

Are you a motivated individual with a passion for healthcare and a desire to make a difference in peoples lives? We're offering dental traineeships which are designed to give you hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As a dental trainee, you will work alongside experienced dental professionals while completing a nationally recognised Certificate III in Dental Assisting. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience and start a rewarding career in the dental industry.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an assessment centre in November with employment commencing in January 2026

Key responsibilities

  • Assisting dentists during clinical procedures
  • Preparing and sterilising dental instruments and equipment
  • Supporting patients and ensuring their comfort
  • Maintaining a clean work environment
  • Administrative tasks, including booking appointments and managing patient records.

About you

If you have a genuine interest in dentistry and are looking for your next opportunity we would like to hear from you. To be successful you'll have;

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic
  • Willingness to learn and take initiative
  • No prior experience required, full training provided.

What's on offer?

To be part of our local team means your part of something pretty special. You'll be working with a diverse range of people who are committed to doing things Side by Side. Head to  to find out more about life at Health Partners and Side by Side, our employee value proposition.

Working for us means you can also access our generous employee benefits, including:

  • Get paid to study a Certificate III in Dental Assisting
  • Paid parental leave
  • Allowance on your private health insurance premium
  • Discounted sunglasses
  • Access to internal and external learning
  • Volunteer days to work with our partner charities
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
  • Access to wellbeing programs.

You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident at the time of submitting your application, be able to provide two recent referees, hold a current WWCC and National Police Clearance and be willing to undergo blood immunity testing.

Are you interested? Apply today

Send through your application. We'll screen applications as they're received, so be sure to get in fast.

Please note: shortlisted applicants will be invited to an assessment centre in November with employment commencing in January 2026

We appreciate the time and effort it takes to prepare and submit your application with us. This is why we're a Circle Back Initiative employer, committed to reviewing and responding to every candidate.

If this role isn't quite right for you, but you've got the skills, experience or energy to elevate our team, check out our website for all current vacancies and register for our talent pool.

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