Job Description
We’re looking for a Stop Smoking Advisor, Interested?
Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!
The team…
Our aim is to address complex public health issues while working to reduce health inequalities and improve overall community wellbeing at a population level. We work to improve the conditions in which people live with the hope of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting overall wellbeing by focusing on prevention, health promotion and education.
About the role….
We are seeking to recruit a Stop Smoking Advisor to work within our Public Health Team, delivering tailored, evidence-based stop smoking support predominantly within a hospital setting. This role will be both challenging and rewarding supporting the wider tobacco control agenda and plays a key part of creating an approach to quitting which puts the smoker at the centre and focuses on those most in need.
The post holder will play a vital role in creating a person-centred approach to quitting, ensuring smokers—particularly those from priority population groups—receive the right support at the right time.
The role will involve working closely with multidisciplinary teams and healthcare professionals within secondary care, providing specialist advice, guidance and support on stop smoking services to patients, professionals, visitors and members of the public. A strong knowledge and understanding of the treatments and interventions available to smokers is essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
You will play a key role in ‘Helping smokers to quit’ by ensuring our stop smoking service is targeted to priority population groups, as well as liaising and working with partners to promote and encourage appropriate referrals. The role will require effective partnership working across health and community settings to ensure services are accessible and targeted to those most in need.
The post will include setting up, coordinating and delivering stop smoking interventions within secondary care and community settings as required. You will deliver evidence-based behaviour change interventions through face-to-face and telephone consultations, ensuring conversations are tailored to individual needs.
The successful candidate will have experience of working within stop smoking services or a related behaviour change role, with a proven ability to deliver person-centred interventions to individuals and groups. Experience of partnership working is essential.
You will hold a relevant professional qualification (minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) or have significant experience working within smoking cessation or behaviour change. National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) Level 2 training is desirable. The role requires accurate record keeping using designated clinical and team systems, as well as the ability to work flexibly across settings. An enhanced DBS check is required. This role is on a fixed term basis to cover a period of maternity until 31 January 2027.
A bit about Gateshead Council…
Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.
People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.
What’s in it for you? Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!
Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience salary £29,540 £32,061
Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary – we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions – a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services – plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).
It’s time to apply!
We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link . It’s important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria, because when we start choosing people to come and meet us we’ll be checking to ensure that they meet the essential criteria as set out in the job profile.
For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Gemma King on 0191XXXXXX.
Do you want a role where you’re recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you’re just what we’re looking for!
The team…
Our aim is to address complex public health issues while working to reduce health inequalities and improve overall community wellbeing at a population level. We work to improve the conditions in which people live with the hope of preventing disease, prolonging life and promoting overall wellbeing by focusing on prevention, health promotion and education.
About the role….
We are seeking to recruit a Stop Smoking Advisor to work within our Public Health Team, delivering tailored, evidence-based stop smoking support predominantly within a hospital setting. This role will be both challenging and rewarding supporting the wider tobacco control agenda and plays a key part of creating an approach to quitting which puts the smoker at the centre and focuses on those most in need.
The post holder will play a vital role in creating a person-centred approach to quitting, ensuring smokers—particularly those from priority population groups—receive the right support at the right time.
The role will involve working closely with multidisciplinary teams and healthcare professionals within secondary care, providing specialist advice, guidance and support on stop smoking services to patients, professionals, visitors and members of the public. A strong knowledge and understanding of the treatments and interventions available to smokers is essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
You will play a key role in ‘Helping smokers to quit’ by ensuring our stop smoking service is targeted to priority population groups, as well as liaising and working with partners to promote and encourage appropriate referrals. The role will require effective partnership working across health and community settings to ensure services are accessible and targeted to those most in need.
The post will include setting up, coordinating and delivering stop smoking interventions within secondary care and community settings as required. You will deliver evidence-based behaviour change interventions through face-to-face and telephone consultations, ensuring conversations are tailored to individual needs.
The successful candidate will have experience of working within stop smoking services or a related behaviour change role, with a proven ability to deliver person-centred interventions to individuals and groups. Experience of partnership working is essential.
You will hold a relevant professional qualification (minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) or have significant experience working within smoking cessation or behaviour change. National Centre for Smoking Cessation Training (NCSCT) Level 2 training is desirable. The role requires accurate record keeping using designated clinical and team systems, as well as the ability to work flexibly across settings. An enhanced DBS check is required. This role is on a fixed term basis to cover a period of maternity until 31 January 2027.
A bit about Gateshead Council…
Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We’re truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.
People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.
What’s in it for you? Well, there’s so much on offer and here’s just a few of the highlights!
Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience salary £29,540 £32,061
Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary – we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions – a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services – plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).
It’s time to apply!
We’re delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link . It’s important that you read it in full and check that you meet the essential criteria, because when we start choosing people to come and meet us we’ll be checking to ensure that they meet the essential criteria as set out in the job profile.
For an informal discussion or if you need any assistance, please contact Gemma King on 0191XXXXXX.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Stop Smoking Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Operations Executive Jobs sector. This role in Gateshead offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operations Executive Jobs is a plus.
