Part-time 0.8 FTE short-term contract until 13 October 2026 Based at Gilles Plains campus / Kaurna Country View: Role Description The Opportunity The Dental Assistant provides support to the Clinical Director, Clinic Manager and Educational staff. They are responsible for day to day operations of the dental clinic areas including the induction and direct of students in procedures, setting up and packing up pre clinical exercises, addressing requirements for patient clinical sessions and safely and effectively decontaminating instruments in the sterilisation area. What We’re Looking For Ability to plan, implement work systems and practices while setting priorities to meet deadlines. Ability to work in an environment of constant change and pressure. Knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, instruments and procedures What You Need to Know A valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the South Australian Department of Human Services is required before employment. Please refer to the Role Description for all Special Conditions. Why TAFE SA? TAFE SA, proud winner of Training Provider of the Year in 2021, 2022 & 2024 SA State Awards and winner of the Large Training Provider of the Year 2024 National Training Awards, delivers high quality education and skills training across South Australia. Join an innovative team shaping job-ready students and creating life-changing opportunities. More than a job, make real impact! GO GET IT ! Perks & Benefits Life at TAFE SA comes with perks you’ll love: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Health & Wellbeing Program Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance conditions Inclusive, diverse and collaborative culture Career development and progression Ongoing professional development opportunities Ready to Shape the Future? Click "Apply" - we’re excited to hear from you! Share your resume and a response to the selection criteria outlined in the role description (maximum two pages). All applications must be submitted online. For enquiries, please contact Troy Longbottom – Dental Clinical Director via email at tafesa.edu.au Applications close: 5th May 2026 at 11:45pm Inclusion and Flexibility Statement Be you, be valued, be included. At TAFE SA, we celebrate diversity and encourage all applicants, including First Nations peoples, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, LGBTIQA individuals, people with disability, and neurodiverse talent. Need support applying? Let us know! Empower. Impact. Reconcile. Discover our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan Want to know more about TAFE SA? Follow Us On: LinkedIn: TAFE SA | LinkedIn Facebook: TAFE SA | Facebook Instagram: TAFE SA | Instagram YouTube: TAFE SA | YouTube Website: TAFE SA | Website
