Dental Assistant – Full Time (Trainee or Experienced)

Kew Paediatric Group
Monday to Friday | No Weekends | No Late Nights

Love working with children and families?
Looking for steady, weekday-only work with real work–life balance?
Want to be supported, trained, and grow in a long-term career?

Kew Paediatric Group is a specialist paediatric dental practice, and we are excited to welcome a friendly, reliable, and motivated Dental Assistant to our small, supportive team. Whether you are a school leaver, changing careers, or an experienced dental assistant, this could be a wonderful opportunity to build meaningful skills in a caring environment where you are truly valued.

About Us

We provide specialist dental care to children from birth through adolescence, creating a calm, gentle, and respectful experience for every child and family. We are a small team that works closely together and takes pride in delivering high-quality care while supporting one another.

No two days are the same—this role offers variety, learning, and genuinely meaningful work.

About the Role

This is a full-time, long-term position. If you are new to dentistry, don't worry—we provide full training and hands‑on mentoring for the right trainee.

Key Responsibilities

- Reception and patient coordination
- Sterilisation and infection control
- Supporting smooth day‑to‑day practice operations




- Working across our private practice in Kew and hospital setting in Clayton

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from people who:

- Are honest, reliable, punctual, and responsible
- Take pride in consistent attendance and good time management
- Listen carefully and follow instructions
- Communicate politely and professionally
- Are organised and able to multitask
- Work well both independently and as part of a small team
- Are eager to learn and open to feedback
- Have a genuine interest in working with children and families
- Have minimum VCE education
- No dental experience required for trainees — a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn are essential.

What We Offer

- Full training and ongoing mentoring
- Experience in both private practice and hospital environments
- A supportive, respectful, and friendly workplace
- Stability within a growing specialist practice

Salary Guide

Trainee: Award-based with regular reviews

Experienced Dental Assistant: Competitive hourly rate based on experience
(Salary discussed openly at interview)

Full time, Monday to Friday

Work across Kew and Clayton

Reliable car and current driver's licence required

Probationary licence holders are welcome to apply

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