Tobacco Dependency Advisor NEW Aylesbury Posted today £27,485 - £30,162 per annum Band 4

Oxford Health; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Tobacco Dependency Advisor to support the delivery of a comprehensive smoking cessation program. The successful candidate will provide high-quality support and treatment to individuals in various settings, working closely with teams to implement effective strategies. Candidates should have experience in health promotion and a relevant qualification in health or social care. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for this role.

Benefits

27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

Access to tailored learning and development

NHS Discounts

Competitive pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Understanding of addiction and behaviour change principles.
• Experience in smoking cessation or health promotion.
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based tobacco dependence treatment and support.
• Provide behavioural support and pharmacotherapy advice.
• Contribute to service development and training delivery.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education

NCSCT Level 2 Practitioner Training

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health/Social Care

Job description

Job overview

We are looking for an exceptional person to join the Tobacco Dependency Team as a Tobacco Dependency Advisor to support at operational level the delivery of an effective smoking cessation programme which is embedded within the Trust wide Smoke free Policy.

The post holder will work collaboratively with Tobacco Dependency Advisor Lead, frontline teams and stakeholders to deliver specialist smoking cessation service across Oxford Health Foundation Trust ensuring a seamless journey for patients in our care. This role is responsible for the delivery of smoking cessation behaviour support to service users on a one to one or group basis in line with evidence-based guidelines. The post–holder will be expected to deliver interventions within locally defined areas covering a range of settings and to support Tobacco Dependency Lead in training delivery to staff.

Main duties of the job

To deliver high quality, evidence-based tobacco dependence treatment and smoking cessation support to individuals across our mental health inpatient settings. The role involves providing behavioural support, pharmacotherapy advice, harm reduction strategies, and onward referral to community services. Advisors will work flexibly across sites to promote temporary abstinence and long-term cessation. The post holder will also support the implementation of Trust-wide smoke free policies and contribute to service development. The post holder will also support the development delivery of training to colleagues across the Trust.

Working for our organisation

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

It is essential that the postholder can work flexibly, independently and as part of a team. This is a varied, challenging, and rewarding role.

Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

You will be a motivated, passionate, organised, and proactive individual with a commitment to succeed and support the service development.

Please see job description and person specification attached.

We know Job Descriptions and Specifications can sometimes be long which can be off-putting for some people, and we don’t want to let that deter you from applying.

We actively support anti-racism, equality, diversity, and inclusion so, if you’re excited about this job opportunity and you meet our Trust values, but feel unsure about applying, then please get in touch and we will be happy to have a conversation with you.

We are also committed to increasing diversity in the workforce, that is why we actively encourage applications from those groups of people who are currently under-represented, which include amongst others: people with disabilities; men from all socio-economic backgrounds; people from diverse ethnic backgrounds; and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.

Good luck, and we hope to hear from you!

Person specification

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Understanding of addiction and behaviour change principles; tobacco control agenda.

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of NICE Guidance, tobacco control strategies.
• Knowledge of local and national smoking cessation services.

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• NCSCT Level 2 Practitioner Training (or willingness to complete).
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Health/Social Care.

Desirable criteria

• Certified NCSCT training.

Further Training or Job-Related Aptitude and Skills

Essential criteria

• Strong Communication, organisational and IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, databases).
• Prioritise and manage own workload.
• Deal with conflicting demands and deadlines.

Desirable criteria

• Project management skills.

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience in smoking cessation, health promotion or working within inpatient/community health settings.
• Experience of delivering smoking cessation interventions.

Desirable criteria

• Experience in service audits, training delivery and running groups.
• Experience in mental health or addiction services.

Documents to Download

B4 Tobacco Dependence Advisor (PDF, 312.4KB)

Guidance Notes for Candidates Applying for a job at OHFT (PDF, 424.6KB)

Recruiter Contact Details

Name: Sarah Langan

Title: Tobacco Dependency Lead

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]