Stop Smoking Specialist Advisor

At Change Grow Live we strive to ensure our services are warm and welcoming environments. Working within the Newcastle Stop Smoking team, as a Stop Specialist Smoking Advisor, you will be a vital part of the team.

You will provide a high-quality stop smoking service across Newcastle. This will be delivered through a range of interventions, from brief advice and information to structured programmes with the aim being to support people to quit tobacco and live a healthier life. 

The interventions will be delivered face to face in the community and/or remotely, on an individual or group basis, and will include motivational interviewing techniques and the dispensing of Nicotine Replacement Therapies. 

You would report directly to the Service Manager and would work alongside them and the community engagement team to build relationships in the local community and provide a service that is non-judgemental, supportive and client-led to deliver these interventions to smokers in order for them to progress on their quit journey towards a healthier, happier life

Location: Newcastle

Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary:  £24,466.99 - £26,110.88 Dependent on experience (based on full time hours, pro rata for part time).

Contract Type: Fixed Term for 9 Months

The successful candidate must have an understanding of human behaviour in relation to smoking. Be able to carry out assessments and deliver interventions matched to identified needs. This will include behavioural support, the use of motivational interviewing techniques and the dispensing of Nicotine Replacement Products. 

You will have excellent engagement skills, be committed to high quality service provision and the active involvement of service users.

What we will give to you: 

• 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days” 
• Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme 
• Contributory pension scheme 
• Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. 
• A friendly and supportive team 
• Training, career development & progression opportunities 
• Refer a friend scheme.   

Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. 

If you require sponsorship, please note that this role is not eligible for a Health and Care Worker visa. You may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route but must meet the minimum salary requirements for the role. You can find out more here Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) 

If this sounds like you and you would like to begin your journey with Change Grow Live, then we would love to talk to you. 

Please note, interviews will be held on the 17th of December 2024.