Trainee Dental Assistant

Kickstart Your Career in Dental with a Paid Traineeship!

Join Pacific Smiles Rutherford | Full-Time | Earn While You Learn

Ready to get hands-on in a clinical role, build in-demand skills, and grow a career with real impact? Join Australia’s largest branded dental network as a Dental Assistant Trainee and step into a bright future in healthcare!

This paid, 12-month traineeship is your gateway to a nationally recognised Certificate III in Dental Assisting—with full support, training, and a team that truly wants to see you succeed.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• 💸 Earn while you learn – Full-time income during your traineeship

• 🎓 Gain a formal qualification in Dental Assisting

• 🌱 Ongoing career development and high chance of ongoing employment

• 💚 Be part of a supportive, fun team that values your growth

• 💼 Work for a leading brand with centres all across Australia

Your Role at a Glance

• Assist Dentists with a wide range of procedures – you’ll be right in the action

• Keep our clinical space sparkling clean and safe

• Deliver caring service to every patient

• Support reception with bookings, payments, and patient records

• Be part of a high-energy team where no two days are the same!

What You’ll Bring

• A genuine interest in healthcare and helping others

• Comfort working in a clinical environment (yes, there’ll be mouths and fluids!)

• Ability to multitask and follow instructions

• A friendly attitude and strong communication skills

• Full-time availability for the 12-month traineeship

• Bonus points for previous retail, reception, or hospitality experience!

Perks & Benefits

• 🎓 Certificate III in Dental Assisting (fully funded!)

• 💵 Stability, above-award pay + penalty rates

• 🏖️ 4 weeks annual leave + 2 additional wellbeing days

• 💪 Corporate gym membership discounts

• 🍎 Fresh fruit delivered weekly to every centre

• 🦷 Discounts on dental products

• 💫 A supportive, values-driven culture with mentorship and recognition

At Pacific Smiles, we Unify, Adapt, and Play to Win—and we’re ready to welcome YOU to our team at Rutherford. If you're ready to start your healthcare journey and make a real difference in people’s lives, this is your moment.

Apply now! Applications close 5th May