Barrhead/Eastwood HSCP
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Dental Health Support Worker within the Childsmile programme, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support families and individuals in improving nutrition and oral health. The role focuses on delivering targeted interventions, supporting parenting skills, and promoting childrens oral health as part of overall health and wellbeing.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Full Time, Permanent
Locations: Barrhead Council Offices, Eastwood Health Centre (involves community-based work, including home visits, nursery/school settings, and community events)
Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 0830 am - 0430 pm
Key responsibilities:
1. Support families and individuals to improve nutrition and oral health, particularly those identified as at risk.
2. Deliver individual interventions based on structured care plans under the supervision of the team leader.
3. Provide practical support and advice to families in their homes and other community settings.
4. Work closely with families identified by Health Visitors as requiring additional support.
5. Deliver intensive home support during the first year of a childs life in line with Childsmile protocols.
6. Promote oral health and infant nutrition through:Home visitsCommunity initiatives (Starting Solids events)Signposting to relevant services (breastfeeding groups)
7. Build and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and carers.
8. Collaborate with a multi-agency team, including Public Health Nurses and other professionals.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
9. SVQ Level 3 in Health Care (or working towards it) or equivalent experience in a caring role/environment.
10. Completion of NHS Education for Scotland (NES) accredited Childsmile/Priority Group training programmes during induction.
11. Ongoing commitment to continuous professional development (CPD), including regular Childsmile training updates.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
12. A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
13. Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
14. Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
15. Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
16. Enhanced pay for working public holidays
17. NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
18. Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?