This is a Dental Assistant - Oral Health Aboriginal Traineeship Program role with NSW Health based in Sydney, NSW, AU NSW Health Role Seniority - intern More about the Dental Assistant - Oral Health Aboriginal Traineeship Program role at NSW Health Earn while you learn on a 12-month paid traineeship Gain a national Cert III in Dental Assisting Hands-on clinical experience in real settings Kickstart your dental career! Assist clinicians, gain hands-on experience, and earn a Cert III in Dental Assisting. Apply Now! Employment Type: 1 x Temporary Full Time (up to 12 months) Position Classification: Trainee Remuneration: $12.63 - $21.88 per hour Hours Per Week: 38 Location: Westmead & Mount Druitt Where you'll be working Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is a leading healthcare provider, delivering primary, secondary, and tertiary care to residents of Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Holroyd, and Parramatta LGAs. With over 13,000 employees, WSLHD is dedicated to exceptional care guided by values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment. Westmead Hospital & Westmead Centre for Oral Health Westmead Hospital is a major teaching hospital and principal referral centre, renowned for its specialised services. Currently undergoing a $1.1 billion redevelopment, it is set to become one of Australia’s largest health precincts. Within the hospital, the Westmead Centre for Oral Health is one of the nation’s largest oral health centres, offering comprehensive general and specialist dental services. Mount Druitt Hospital & Dental Clinic Mount Druitt Hospital has proudly served its community for over 50 years, delivering comprehensive healthcare services tailored to evolving community needs. Conveniently located near Mt Druitt train station and Westfield shopping centre (10-minute walk), the hospital offers a range of parking options including onsite (small fee) and all-day street parking. The Mount Druitt Dental Clinic, located within the hospital, provides high-quality dental care for adults and children, including prosthetic services. WSLHD is committed to future growth and expansion to further enhance patient care across both Westmead and Mount Druitt facilities. What You'll Be Doing This position is a temporary full-time position supported through the WSLHD Aboriginal Training Pathways Program. The incumbent of this position will be employed on a 12-month contract as a Dental Assistant – WSLHD Trainee. This position will provide WSLHD with a skilled Dental Assistant at the completion of the traineeship. As part of the WSLHD Aboriginal Training Pathways Program the trainee will undertake a nationally recognised health related qualification, relevant to the position. Trainees in Dental Assisting are contracted under a NSW training contract and will automatically be enrolled in a Certificate III in Dental Assisting. The Dental Assistant Trainee will learn and undertake the educational and clinical responsibilities within all aspects, and scope of practice of Dentistry including but not limited to Chairside Assisting, Management of Infection Control, Instrument Preparation, Dental Charting, Sterilisation and Patient Care. How To Apply Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date. Essential Requirements Qualification: Minimum Year 10 School Education or above Evidence of Diversity claim: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Selection Criteria This is an identified position for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants, as permitted under Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Applicants must identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, be of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and be accepted by community. Completion of Year 10 or above. Demonstrated ability to manage both work and study commitments, with a willingness to undertake on-the-job training and classroom-based learning to complete a Certificate III in Dental Assisting within 12 months. Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and follow instructions to complete tasks. Willingness and ability to work across multiple dental clinic locations within Western Sydney Local Health District, including Westmead and Mount Druitt Hospitals. Requisition ID: REQ624356 Applications Close: 28th January 2026 Need more information ? Find out more about applying for this position. Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria. Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications. For inquiries about the role, contact Natalia Ross on natalia.ross@health.nsw.gov.au or Dr Herdeza Verzosa on Herdeza.Verzosa@health.nsw.gov.au If you would like assistance in completing the application or any clarification about the process, please contact the Aboriginal Workforce at wslhd-aboriginalworkforce@health.nsw.gov.au People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position. Please see essential criteria. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter of your application. If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ . Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability. Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position. S-DNI Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NSW Health team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Assisting clinicians Learning and applying skills Completing training Key Strengths Dental assisting Communication skills ⏰ Time management Teamwork Adaptability Why NSW Health is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with NSW Health not with Hatch.
