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We are a local, familyorientated Dental Practice in the Wollongong CBD and also 2nd location 40min towards Sydney near Heathcote/Engadine. We can offer you a friendly, supportive and team focused work environment. This position will provide the successful applicant with training and skills needed to assist a dentist, handson with patients, and practice reception. Previous dental experience not required. You will receive traineeship wages due to supervision required. You will be getting handson experience (getting paid while you work towards a Certificate 3). We will enroll you in online TAFE course Certificate III in Dental Assisting, which you will obtain at the end of the year. The Role One (to two) year traineeship in Dental Assisting, working towards Certificate III in Dental Assisting Looking for junior additional member of our team Full training provided - no experience required Assisting the Dentist Sterilisation, Cleaning & Disinfection of surgery Work shifts during the week + Saturdays Need to have own licence & car - need to be able to drive about 1-2 days a week to 2nd practice 40min near Heathcote/Engadine Being 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 themselves. As part of a traineeship, you get paid while you study towards Cert3! About Us Friendly and supportive environment Wollongong CBD location + 2nd practice South end of Sydney Close to public transport Day parking available around practice About You Recent school leavers preferred for our additional junior member of our team Able to work independently and learn quickly Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) - ability to develop rapport with everyone Well presented & organised Motivated & focused Positive, cando personality and able to take constructive criticism Have basic computer processing skills Able to work under pressure and quickly when needed Ideally full day availability Monday to Friday + Saturday as the position is partto fulltime - up to 38hr/wk - you will get a day off during the week if working on the Saturday The 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. To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights. #J-18808-Ljbffr