South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Oral Health Promoter

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Job summary

Location - Clarendon - to work across locations in Gateshead, South Tyneside and Sunderland.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Oral Health Promoter to work within our friendly and enthusiastic Community Dental Team.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Oral Health Promoter to assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of oral health programmes which will raise the awareness and improve the oral health of people living within Gateshead, South Tyneside and Sunderland.

The post holder will have a background in oral health education with evidence of continuous professional development and teaching skills. They will have excellent communication skills and have the ability to work under pressure working well within a team and have the skills to work autonomously. They must hold current registration with the GDC, a recognised dental nurse qualification along with a qualification in oral health education or equivalent, with proven track record of delivering oral health interventions.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity to playing a leading role in delivering the oral health promotion to the population across Gateshead, South Tyneside and Sunderland. As part of the role you will be expected to introduce and facilitate Oral Health Promotion programmes, at a variety of settings, dependent on the assigned programme, this may include nurseries, schools, community, care home, health and other settings

You will assist with the planning, delivery and evaluation of oral health programmes and projects, which reflect national and local policy guidance. Work together with carers and other professionals within NHS and Local Authority to develop programmes of care and offer specialised advice, support and training on mouth care for individuals and client groups

You will participate in the planning, implementation and delivery of programmes of local activity including local campaigns, exhibitions and media promotion to support national campaigns of public awareness regarding oral health issues i.e. National No smoking Day, National Smile Month, Mouth Cancer Action.

About us

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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.

Date posted

05 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9155-CMNM-1124-04

Job locations

Clarendon,

Windmill Way,

Hebburn,

NE31 1AT

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB ROLE DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

To assist in the development, effective and efficient implementation, delivery and evaluation of oral health promotion programmes to raise awareness and improve the oral health of people living within Gateshead, South Tyneside and Sunderland.

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB ROLE DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Oral Health Promotion Qualification
National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ level 3 in dental nursing
Registration with the General Dental Council

Desirable

Oral Health Practitioner, Level 4 qualification
Adult teaching certificate (or a willingness to undertake within 12 months of employment)
Certificate in the application of fluoride varnish

Physical Skills

Essential

Car driver essential and must be able to meet the travel requirements to fulfil the role

Experience

Essential

Experience in face-to-face delivery of oral health interventions with small and larger groups
Ability to network and build effective and co-operative working relationships across internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

Experience of delivery of on-line training

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of Delivering Better Oral Health Toolkit
Possess comprehensive I.T skills and ability to use word, excel, power point and desk top publishing
Evidence of good communication & interpersonal skills
Flexible approach to day to day working
Reliable and punctual

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Oral Health Promotion Qualification
National Certificate for Dental Nurses or NVQ level 3 in dental nursing
Registration with the General Dental Council

Desirable

Oral Health Practitioner, Level 4 qualification
Adult teaching certificate (or a willingness to undertake within 12 months of employment)
Certificate in the application of fluoride varnish

Physical Skills

Essential

Car driver essential and must be able to meet the travel requirements to fulfil the role

Experience

Essential

Experience in face-to-face delivery of oral health interventions with small and larger groups
Ability to network and build effective and co-operative working relationships across internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

Experience of delivery of on-line training

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of Delivering Better Oral Health Toolkit
Possess comprehensive I.T skills and ability to use word, excel, power point and desk top publishing
Evidence of good communication & interpersonal skills
Flexible approach to day to day working
Reliable and punctual

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).