Job summary We have an exciting opportunity to work aspart of Wakefield Growing Healthy 0-19 Service in a newly developed role as an Oral Health Co-Ordinator working both with internal colleagues and across the Wakefield Partnership. The role is also aligned to Leeds University supporting their research and development to improve outcomes for children. The Oral Health Co-Ordinator will lead in the HABIT (Health Visiting delivering Advice in Britain on Infant Toothbrushing) training, supervision and support of the 0-19 Service and wider partnership with regards to implementation of the HABIT programme, and structured, effective oral health conversations with children and parents. The overall aim being the improvement of oral health outcomes for babies and young children. There will be a requirement to contribute to data collection, evaluation and ongoing development to meet agreed standards, objectives and statutory requirements. Main duties of the job Plan, manage, and deliver the HABIT oral health module across the Wakefield 0-19 Service and partners, to ensure all staff are trained. Undertake quality assurance of the HABIT programme including participating in the evaluation by monitoring programme targets, maintaining accurate data bases and obtaining feedback from staff and clients to ensure the HABIT programme is delivered with quality. Support the ongoing development/revisions of the HABIT oral health programme to ensure it is fit for purpose. This includes supporting the development of programme materials and resources. Provide advice, support and supervision to colleagues delivering the HABIT programme to ensure they feel confident to deliver. Ensure HABIT resources are available to deliver the programme. Support the delivery of the HABIT programme to families across the Wakefield partnership to ensure the reach of the HABIT programme is as wide as possible. Support the ongoing strong links between the 0-19 Service, the Oral Health Advisory Group and Community Dentistry. Work in partnership across the Wakefield District to promote the HABIT programme and improve oral health outcomes. About us Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East. At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you We offer colleagues: A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards. Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. Please note: Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles. All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Date posted 19 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Part-time Reference number 421-CYPD-1976R Job locations C/O Menzie’s Distribution 4 Tuscany way Normanton, WF6 2UA Job description Job responsibilities See attached Oral Health Co-Ordinator Job description. If you have any questions, please contact Claire Abell on claire.abell2nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities See attached Oral Health Co-Ordinator Job description. If you have any questions, please contact Claire Abell on claire.abell2nhs.net Person Specification essential Essential Degree level study or experience in dental / public health nursing services Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Experience of promoting oral health with children and families Ability to organise own work and to work independently Desirable Experience of working in a community setting Use of sysOne Person Specification essential Essential Degree level study or experience in dental / public health nursing services Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Experience of promoting oral health with children and families Ability to organise own work and to work independently Desirable Experience of working in a community setting Use of sysOne 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). Additional information 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). Employer details Employer name Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Address C/O Menzie’s Distribution 4 Tuscany way Normanton, WF6 2UA Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)