Description
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust's Dental Services are seeking an Extended Duties Dental Nurse to support the delivery of the National Supervised Tooth Brushing programme across various locations including Newham, Havering, Redbridge, Waltham Forest, and Hackney.
The successful candidate will act as an ambassador for the Service, promoting excellence in working practices and supporting the Oral Health Team to deliver outreach programmes to the highest standard. They will play an active role in stakeholder engagement programmes to promote uptake of the schemes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering face-to-face and virtual sessions as part of the National Supervised Tooth Brushing programme and fluoride varnish programme in schools
- Employing a cohesive team approach, developing and strengthening partnerships internally and externally
- Working independently and proactively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Maintaining clinical registration and CPD to develop own capabilities
Requirements:
- GDC Registered
- Certificate in Oral Health Education
- Formal training in Fluoride application
- Understanding of Delivering Better Oral Health document
- Knowledge of community-based fluoride varnish and brushing programmes
- Fluorescent varnish application skills
The role offers a salary of £32,073 to £39,043 per annum pro rata, with a part-time contract on Agenda for Change Band 5.
The trust values compassion, aspiration, responsiveness, and excellence, and is committed to flexible working arrangements.