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Dental Assistant Traineeship (Identified) (Thursday Island & Weipa)
Thursday Island and Weipa
Earn, learn and build a rewarding career in Oral Health.
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Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | CA2 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC685783 |
| Closing date | 03-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | Temporary Full Time to 30 June 2027 (ext poss) |
| Contact person | Leesa Tripp |
| Contact details | 0402 263 118 Access the National Relay Service |
Dental Assistant Traineeship (Identified)
Temporary Full-Time to 30 June 2027 (possible extension) | Thursday Island and Weipa
Start your career in oral health while earning a qualification and making a difference in your community.
This traineeship combines practical workplace experience with formal study to support completion of a Certificate III in Dental Assisting. You'll learn alongside experienced dental professionals while developing the skills and knowledge required to become a qualified Dental Assistant.
About the Locations
Weipa offers a unique remote lifestyle on the western coast of Cape York Peninsula, surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, abundant wildlife and strong community connections.
Thursday Island (Waiben) is the vibrant cultural and administrative hub of the Torres Strait, renowned for its rich Torres Strait Islander and Kaurareg heritage, tropical island lifestyle and welcoming community.
About the Role
As a Dental Assistant Trainee, you will support the delivery of oral health services while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a clinical environment. This role provides a pathway to a nationally recognised qualification and future career opportunities in healthcare.
Benefits
- Salary between $2,400.30 and $2,579.60 per fortnight
- Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
- 17.5% annual leave loading
Identified Role
This position is identified under Section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). Applicants must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn?
Contact Leesa Tripp on 0402 263 116 to learn more about the role and how this traineeship could help build your future career.
Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
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Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Further information
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