Bright Bites Volunteer
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Bright BitesLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: This opportunity is offered in the area where you live How many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
BrightBites is an oral health education programme for children up to 11 years old*, where volunteers visit childcare settings and schools to deliver an interactive presentation that covers toothbrushing, teeth names and their functions, sugar awareness and the importance of regular dental appointments.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking volunteers who are willing to go along to their local nurseries, schools, childcare settings & organisations to deliver the project. We would particularly like to target areas of high social deprivation, where the oral health needs of children are often greater. With this in mind, we are relying on volunteer’s local knowledge to target these areas.
Dentaid provide a range of teaching resources to support the volunteers for the session, which includes a toothbrush and tube of toothpaste for every child seen.
*BrightBites can also be adapted to be delivered at secondary schools and groups with additional needs.
WHY OUR WORK MATTERS:
Tooth decay is the most common reason for hospital admission in children aged 6 - 10. Children living in the most deprived communities are around 3.5 times more likely to have teeth removed, than those in most affluent areas. Poor oral health is resulting in children missing school days due to dental problems and this is costing the NHS a significant amount of resources.
By introducing children to the importance of good oral health habits, we can ensure they are on their way to a positive oral health journey.
We are unable to offer volunteer expenses, so we encourage you to focus on your own local area.
Dentaid provide a range of teaching resources to support the volunteers for the session, which includes a toothbrush and tube of toothpaste for every child seen.
*BrightBites can also be adapted to be delivered at secondary schools and groups with additional needs.
WHY OUR WORK MATTERS:
Tooth decay is the most common reason for hospital admission in children aged 6 - 10. Children living in the most deprived communities are around 3.5 times more likely to have teeth removed, than those in most affluent areas. Poor oral health is resulting in children missing school days due to dental problems and this is costing the NHS a significant amount of resources.
By introducing children to the importance of good oral health habits, we can ensure they are on their way to a positive oral health journey.
We are unable to offer volunteer expenses, so we encourage you to focus on your own local area.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
It would be great if volunteers could get in touch with their local schools, nurseries and groups to offer to go along and deliver the BrightBites programme.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
Over 18
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
This depends on the accessibility of the venue
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
This will take place before your first session
Volunteer Expenses offered? No
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No