Job summary Mouth Care Matters Lead - Band 5 This is a fixed term post to support initial foundation work to be completed within our organisation. This role is focused on implementing the programme in NCIC's Community Hospitals and Acute Paediatric Wards. The successful applicant will provide training and support for hospital staff involved in provision of mouth care to patients. They will train key staff groups in good principles of mouthcare skills and assessments. They will have ambition to improve care provided to most vulnerable in our hospitals. They will support with mouth care policy development and report to NHS England North East commissioners. They must be self-directed and have ability to work in a busy environment. The successful applicant will have a flexible approach to working hours to ensure that we provide a consistent service to our patients across the services we support. Our values are shared across North Cumbria Integrated Care NHSFoundation Trust & NHS North Cumbria Clinical Commissioning Group. They are: Kindness - Kindness and compassion cost nothing, yet accomplish a great deal Respect - We are respectful to everyone and are open, honest and fair - respect behaviours Ambition - We set goals to achieve the best for our patients, teams, organisation and our partners Collaboration - We are stronger and better working together with and for our patients Main duties of the job Provide training and support for hospital staff involved in the provision of mouth care for patients. This would be modified according to the ward patient base, for example intensive care, coronary care, geriatric, chemotherapy, palliative care etc. Training - delivery of interactive training sessions (ward based, classroom based and virtually) to groups of healthcare assistants, nurses and other staff involved in the provision of mouth care (dieticians, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists etc.) Mouth care risk assessments and recording - train and assist staff where necessary to complete mouth care assessments and mouth care plans. Actively participate in service improvement, including staff/patient surveys, focus groups, case studies/patient stories and audits. Liaise with senior management to ensure sustainable improvements in oral care and identify future training needs. Ensure that a Trust mouth care policy is written and accepted by the Trust Board and implemented across all inpatient sites. Ensure that the commissioned contract and key performance indicators are achieved and reported to NHS England North East. Provide oral health advice and instruction to specific client groups with complex needs. About us At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time': Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Date posted 30 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Full-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number 262-A-24-6695231 Job locations Wigton Community Hospital Cross Lane Wigton CA7 9DD Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for all newly registered healthcare professionals. Healthcare Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helplinenacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email adviceunlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 Administration cost of £3.85 £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 administration cost of £3.90 £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies. The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for all newly registered healthcare professionals. Healthcare Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email: helplinenacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email adviceunlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 Administration cost of £3.85 £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 administration cost of £3.90 £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability Person Specification Qualifications Essential National Examination for Dental Nurses (or equivalent) Registration with the General Dental Council, or NMC registration with dental experience. Significant experience in working within clinical settings/environments, patient facing roles. Desirable A qualification in management/ leadership/teaching A qualification in delivering education/training programs Oral Health Education Diploma/ RSPH Level 4 Diploma for Oral Health Practitioners or similar Knowledge Essential Knowledge of oral diseases; symptoms and treatment options Experience of providing healthcare preventive advice Ability to lead an area with sound clinical judgement Able to meet the challenges and health issues facing vulnerable patient groups in hospital Desirable Experience of clinical audit Knowledge of carrying out mouthcare assessments and mouthcare plans Experience of clinical policy Skills and Aptitudes Essential Negotiation, persuasion, motivation, reassurance and influencing skills Understand and overcome barriers to communication Able to give and receive feedback Able to manage time effectively and work to a deadline Presentation skills Work within a multidisciplinary team IT literate Empathy and understanding towards patients and other staff members. Desirable Ability to coach others Experience of teaching/training Personal Essential Able to work flexibly to cover the requirements of the post Able to work at a VDU for prolonged periods of time with prolonged concentration to produce detailed reports and input data Able to lift health improvement materials and equipment Able to travel to all North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust sites independently of public transport Other requirements Essential Promote equality and value diversity (Level 3) and develop a culture that promotes equality and values diversity (Level 4) Person Specification Qualifications Essential National Examination for Dental Nurses (or equivalent) Registration with the General Dental Council, or NMC registration with dental experience. Significant experience in working within clinical settings/environments, patient facing roles. Desirable A qualification in management/ leadership/teaching A qualification in delivering education/training programs Oral Health Education Diploma/ RSPH Level 4 Diploma for Oral Health Practitioners or similar Knowledge Essential Knowledge of oral diseases; symptoms and treatment options Experience of providing healthcare preventive advice Ability to lead an area with sound clinical judgement Able to meet the challenges and health issues facing vulnerable patient groups in hospital Desirable Experience of clinical audit Knowledge of carrying out mouthcare assessments and mouthcare plans Experience of clinical policy Skills and Aptitudes Essential Negotiation, persuasion, motivation, reassurance and influencing skills Understand and overcome barriers to communication Able to give and receive feedback Able to manage time effectively and work to a deadline Presentation skills Work within a multidisciplinary team IT literate Empathy and understanding towards patients and other staff members. Desirable Ability to coach others Experience of teaching/training Personal Essential Able to work flexibly to cover the requirements of the post Able to work at a VDU for prolonged periods of time with prolonged concentration to produce detailed reports and input data Able to lift health improvement materials and equipment Able to travel to all North Cumbria Integrated Care Trust sites independently of public transport Other requirements Essential Promote equality and value diversity (Level 3) and develop a culture that promotes equality and values diversity (Level 4) 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Address Wigton Community Hospital Cross Lane Wigton CA7 9DD Employer's website https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)